318 Won't Start? And I tested as much as I could I think?
None of these things will make it hard to start.
When the engine is cold it wants a very rich mixture. So a high float level is no big deal.
As to the bowl vent, as long as it is open after the engine starts, then it is no big deal as to how far it is actually open... or how little.
The choke heater determines how long it takes for it to come off, so again has nothing to do with starting... as long as the choke does in fact close and enrich the mixture for starting.
As to the diaphragm popping in and out instantly, I'm assuming that you are talking about the choke pull-off...... and that is how it is supposed to work.
As to the rough running, that is a big deal, and may point to an ignition problem.... or to the airbleeds, or to the emulsion tubes, or to contaminated fuel, or to a mechanical failure in the engine..... like uneven compression..... or a slipped chain if they are all low.
Getting your carb working again is an easy thing.Carbs usually come with a 90day warranty. If you came to me with a sob-story a year later...... well, I'm sorry but you're SOL with me.
Testing your ignition is even easier.
And of course, there's nothing wrong with your cylinder pressure..... right?
Okay, Sorry I've been away from the PC and the car is now back at my place.
It turns out that there is an issue with the carb and it's no longer under warranty, so I am going to buy a rebuild kit just because. And I'm also going to check the compression again tonight to be sure the are all very close. As for the Ignition, I'm not sure how to test the box? the manual says it requires a special test unit but I'm sure you don't. And I've the rest of the system I tested.
Anyway... One of the jets is not spraying at the bottom, it's dribbling. But that didn't keep it from starting, nor did the wires, coil, ballast, fuel, or any of it!
This was a PISS off, because I feel like an Idiot when I was doing the right thing at the start to get it running. And now I just need to get it running and starting like a top.
After it cooled all night it was hard to start again today. So I let it sit for a bit, then it took a lot more than jut 1-2 table spoons of gas down the throat. After about a 1/4 cup or more out of frustration it flashed for a moment then I pumped the hell out of it (about 10) then it started but rough again though. After letting warm up fully it's running a fair bit smother.
And now I am able to hear a bit of a rhythm in the rough idle, now that it's able to run long enough.
And like I say I am going to check some more suggestions ASAP and post tonight if I can.
Unfortunately sometimes when it rains it pours, my daily driver needs two ball joints as well now. The F-ing potholes here are crazy.
