76 Plymouth Valiant won't start

You would see gas if the fuel bowls are full. If not, then no you would not see it.

It might be a good idea at this point to follow the fusible link, and uncover it in the harness so you can see if it has melted itself to other wires. If you see that, keep following it until you find good clean insulation.

Keep at it, you'll get it.