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Clinton 5.5 - Need Help

JungleJim74

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Need help getting a Clinton 5.5 Hp Model No. XTV50555A, Serial No. 1584945, Type No. K505 6016A. I notice that when I pull the starter handle that the prop turns. I cannot find a way to put it in neutral. Also, on the left hand side there is a lever (see atch) with a stepped cam and the rod attached goes up into what appears to me to be the chamber under the flywheel where the points are mounted. What position should this lever be in for the motor to start? Frank Kimble (eskaman2008) sent me a K505 manual but it does not show this lever nor does it identify it anywhere that I can find. This motor sure has good compression and I just put in a new Auto Zone 86 spark plug. I put about 1/2 oz of fuel mixture (24 to 1) under the spark plug but have not heard it fire once yet. Sure wish it had an electric starter as I am 82 years old and poop out quickly when trying to start it. Thanks in advance for any help. JungleJim74
 

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