When I first started messing around with the engine, I pulled the plugs and put my thumb over each hole to see if there was anything and there was. Now maybe this means nothing, I will admit, I am newb. Anyways, I was able to start it up right up. For the three seconds it ran off the starting fluid, it ran real smooth. Once again, maybe this means nothing also. I am restoring a old 1970 something Glassmaster. My goal is to put a new motor on it. I am hoping to use this engine as training for my self. So rebuilding the carbs is really just practice for me, with that being said, I will take any and all advice. I would like to get this engine running if possible. If anything, just to see if I can.