68 Firebird
Asked by GonzoFire Sep 16, 2018 at 02:36 PM about the 1968 Pontiac Firebird Coupe
Question type: General
Car started last weekend with new battery after sitting for a couple of years.
Today it is turning over like a champ but will not start. Does not smell flooded.
Anu ideas what could have gone wrong? Any ideas of things to check?
6 Answers
I would check for spark and fuel at the carb. Most likely the fuel system is gummed up which may mean a carburetor rebuild and dropping the tank for cleaning.
MGM_Mobile_Electroni... answered 5 years ago
I would check the crankshaft position sensor in addition to what @F_O_R said.
Crankshaft position sensor? Not for another 30 years or so. You can check the ignition timing.
Thanks to both. How do I check for the spark and fuel at the carb? and can I apply a de-gum agent? Mark
Check for humidity in the distributor, dry it out or use ignition spray from auto parts store
