On Sat, 10 Mar 2001, Atwell Haines wrote:
>
> Start with the ignition, not the carb!
>
> Check the spark plug gap, file the plug electrodes (this reduces firing
> voltage quite a bit), check/clean the inside of the dizzy cap and the
> rotor, and check the timing (I assume you have an electric ignition with a
> '79). I would also verify that the vacuum lines are tight. Once you are
> sure this stuff is OK, then move on to the carb.
My 79 got rather hard to start in the cold this winter. A new set of
spark plugs fixed it right up.
> PS, what kind of "army vehicle/Jeep" is that on your web page background?
A Hummer I think.
bill
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