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Autodave · 03-02-2014, 12:44 PM

I tried starting my 30 Roadster today and it would not fire. I searched some troubleshooting threads to check for spark. I read to remove 1 spark plug lead and place it 1/4 inch from the plug and turn it over. When I did this it tried to start, I reattached it and it won't fire at all again. Can any help out? Thanks

jmeckel · 03-02-2014, 12:53 PM

If it has sat for a long time, check to make sure the points are clean, and while you are looking check for proper point gap. Check the fuel, old gas can be a problem and can gum up the carb. Also is the battery fully charged? A low battery may not have enough power to give a good spark when the starter is running.

Tom Wesenberg · 03-02-2014, 01:04 PM

I assume it ran when put away, so most likely the points contacts need to be cleaned, or the engine is flooded. Twice after setting for weeks during humid weather my 28 didn't start when using the electric starter, but fired right up when I hand cranked it.

You shouldn't pull the choke for more than a couple compressions, or you risk flooding the engine.

Autodave · 03-02-2014, 02:53 PM

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Dirty points. Thanks guy's, I am glad I have someplace to turn to help me out.

03-02-2014, 12:44 PM	#1
Autodave Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Menifee,Ca. Posts: 44	No Start help I tried starting my 30 Roadster today and it would not fire. I searched some troubleshooting threads to check for spark. I read to remove 1 spark plug lead and place it 1/4 inch from the plug and turn it over. When I did this it tried to start, I reattached it and it won't fire at all again. Can any help out? Thanks

03-02-2014, 12:53 PM	#2
jmeckel Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Luck WI Posts: 550	Re: No Start help If it has sat for a long time, check to make sure the points are clean, and while you are looking check for proper point gap. Check the fuel, old gas can be a problem and can gum up the carb. Also is the battery fully charged? A low battery may not have enough power to give a good spark when the starter is running. __________________ Jon "If you choose to not decide, you still have made a choice!" RUSH Don't tell me what you know..... Tell me what you have done.

03-02-2014, 01:04 PM	#3
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: No Start help I assume it ran when put away, so most likely the points contacts need to be cleaned, or the engine is flooded. Twice after setting for weeks during humid weather my 28 didn't start when using the electric starter, but fired right up when I hand cranked it. You shouldn't pull the choke for more than a couple compressions, or you risk flooding the engine. Last edited by Tom Wesenberg; 03-02-2014 at 03:43 PM.

03-02-2014, 02:53 PM	#4
Autodave Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Menifee,Ca. Posts: 44	Re: No Start help Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Dirty points. Thanks guy's, I am glad I have someplace to turn to help me out.