Quote Originally Posted by MoparManiac117 View Post
My advance auto said they didn't loan compression testers. So I'll try the trick with the gas or starter fluid in the spark plug hole first. If I get combustion, I can assume it's still got decent compression and dive into checking the timing. I'll keep everybody posted.

If you have good spark and it wants to fire, but won't run then these problems could be the reason..

improper choke operation

incorrect adjusted carb

leaking carb insulator

improper ignition timing, faulty ICM or ignition pulse generator

contaminated fuel.......like water, moisture in fuel.

Also if you have spark, but it won't start and your plug is wet with gas.....

flooded carb

throttle valve open

dirty air cleaner (you need air so if you got a mouse nest in there from the barn.....)

improper adjusted pilot screw