Reply to "NEED HELP 351C won't run after new cam"

Thanks a ton for the quick reply Marlin Jack!

1.) I am confused about the distributor being installed 360 degrees off, in reference to the crank? As in it was at TDC but not on the compression stroke? So verify compression stroke and then make sure the rotor is aiming at the number 1 mark on the distributor?

2.) Would a blown power valve cause it to not run very well? I figured it would just cause it to be a little erratic not run very weak. I did put a new power valve in right before I started the tear down to replace the cam. The carb backfired once or twice with the new power valve on.

3.) The two metal keys that stuck out from the cam and crank gears were facing straight at each other when installed. The cam key was facing straight down and the crank key was facing straight up. I believe that is the proper way to align them, if not please let me know.

4.) I checked the firing order several times as I initially thought that might be the problem but it is indeed correct/

5.) For someone who knows virtually nothing about auto carbs, whats the easiest way to check the float level? I've done it on many motorcycle carbs but they are a whole different beast.

6.) By engine ground wire do you mean the negative battery cable that runs to the motor/starter?

7.) The ignition is a full new MSD system, the ground for the coil goes into the wiring harness and the harness is attached to the positive and negative terminals of the battery. I am dumb when it comes to some electrical terms, I'll have to google continuity and figure out what to look for.


Thanks again!

Spencer