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Drove my roadster down to the grocery store, picked up a sub, and tried to start 'er up . . . nothing! At first I thought, stuck starter because it's happened before. I rocked her back in 2nd trying to pop the starter gear, but didn't hear anything, and that didn't do the trick. I checked the...

Okay, thanks everyone. I repolished all contacts, trouble light was giving me 6 volts at each point, cranked it over a while and, finally, she fired up and started!! I guess she just needed a stern talking to . . . or perhaps the gas was a bit stale. Anyway, she's running, so thanks for the...

It's spring and I can't get the Bug going! Battery's charged, points and plugs, polished, fuel bulb cleaned, but I'm not getting any spark from the coil lead. Do I need a new one? I figured if that's not happening, I've got to start there. Any suggestions? Thanks everyone, in advance.

Okay, guys . . . thanks . . . it started with a bit of extra throttle and cranking. I think it had just been sitting too long and it was very damp. I'll keep all your notes for next time this happens. :)

Thanks! I'll give this a try!

1930 Standard Roadster will not start. * the distributor is getting a spark to the plugs * the gas line is not plugged * the plugs have been cleaned/sanded * the points have been cleaned/sanded Before I start taking apart the carb, any suggestions?