Car will not start

NATHANIEL

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1970 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

I have a 1970 vw beetle that will not start. It was running, but then cut off and has not started since. I've changed plugs points condenser adjusted valves changed carburator new coil and it still will not start - it doesn't even sound like it's trying to start. Any suggestion would be much appreciated. What else can I do?

Monday, May 23rd, 2011 AT 7:31 PM

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DOCFIXIT

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Is there voltage to Coil + terminal?

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Monday, May 23rd, 2011 AT 8:23 PM

NATHANIEL

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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 AT 12:36 PM

DOCFIXIT

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Does fuel shut off solenoid on carb have power and operate.? Is there spark at plugs?

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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 AT 6:14 PM

NATHANIEL

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Yes to both questions.

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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 AT 6:54 PM

DOCFIXIT

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Spray carb cleaner into carb crank if it fires then fuel if no check engine cvompression

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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 AT 6:58 PM

NATHANIEL

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I sprayed starter fluid into carb - it didn't fire; i've also checked the engine compression (all 4 cylinders) - compression was more than 100

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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 AT 7:11 PM

MIKE H R

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Change the fuel filter it is in the fuel pump, the try it. If that does not work make sure the distributor is on correctly and the timing is 1- 4 -3- 2. You had not stated that you changed the distributor cap and rotor. If not check the cap for any crack, if any found replace cap and rotor. With cap off and out of way check the rotation of distributor by turning the car over for a second to see if the distributor turns.

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Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 AT 3:54 PM