[Healeys] BJ8 Doesn't want to start Part III

[Oudesluys]

Sounds like possible fuel starvation because of a blocked line or 
filter. Check if the plugs get wet with fuel after starting. Spray some 
propane/butane propelled medium (penitrating oil, WD40 etc.) in the 
carbs throat or better some aether when turning the engine on the 
starter. If it picks up and dies it is fuel starvation.
Renew points, condensor, distr. cap, check or replace coil and plug 
wires, check if carb pistons move freely and drop with a clear clonk 
when fully adjusted back. Fill the dampers with ATF or sewing machine oil.
Are the plug leads fitted in the right firing order?
Kees Oudesluijs


Jorge Garcia schreef:
> Well I have done most if not all the things you guys have suggested and I still can't get the BJ8 to start.
> I checked the manifold for a missing plug and there were none.
> I emptied the fuel bowls found a small amount of sediment so I cleaned the bowls. I sprayed carbretor cleaner into the jets and put some paper towel in the bowls to see what if any thing came out. The jets are not clogged now but I did get some dirt and metalic particles on the paper towel. I kep sparaying carb cleaner until there was no dirt on the paper towel.
> I cleaned the pistons throroughly and reassembled the carbs.
> I also installed an inline fuel filter just before the carbs to remove any debris from the tank. 
> On my first try it ran briefly but very rough and it also sounded like there was some interference with the flywheel and the starter - I just installed a new gear reduction starter. I kept trying to get the car to start but no luck. I did have the carbs choked and it was a beautiful 75F with low humidity.
> OK guys what am I missing here I am ready to do bodily harm if this thing doesn't start someday soon.
> Thanks
> Jorge
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