Topic: 67 Not starting

[djg3582]

I have a 67 200CID that has been sitting for 2 years.  When I tried to get it running like it was when it was parked, it would not fire up.  I put gas into the carb and go it started, but it does not seem to run on all cylinders, only partial power.  I changed the sparkplugs and the fuel filter.  Any advice on what it could be?
thanks
Dean

[Jeff73Mach1]

Could be any number of things, but after sitting up I'd check that the points were in good shape and then consider either rebuilding the carb or giving it a very thorough cleaning.  Gas evaporates and leaves varnish that can clog up the jets and idle circuits.  If the gas in the car is 2 years old consider draining the tank and starting with fresh gas.  gas does go a little sour over time. 

[Soaring]

I totallly agree with Jeff.  Drain the fuel, and put in a few gallons of fresh gas. 

[Tim175]

Check the compression also to see what cylinders are dead and what not.