Re: PLEASE someone get me running again...
Please note....if the WOT timing stop screw is misadjusted...either allowing too much advance OR not allowing enough advance....it will NOT prevent the engine from starting.
Another screw/stop is the idle stop screw. That too should not prevent the engine from starting. It may not run....but it will surely pop and try to start. Advancing the throttle by hand will get you past any mis-adjustment of that screw, and it should start.
BUT, if the timing is way off due to a sheared flywheel key as JB suggests, then you will not be able to see the white painted marks anywhere near the timing pointer as you try to check timing at starter speed. If you see the timing mark when you try it like I posted above, then as JB says....the engine is probably in time enough to start.
Strong blue snap spark that jumps 7/16" with a spark gap checker, and a visible white line for #1 cylinder near/close to the timing pointer, and it should start. If it doesn't, fuel. You can easily spray pre-mix gas down the carb throats to see if it pops over.
Link and sync is definitely in order here. Are you by any chance in Athens GA?
