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John, Rule out the fact that you are not getting spark. If the tractor ran BEFORE you had the carb rebuilt, I would definetly look into the fuel problem. Check all fittings and make sure that no fuel lines are pinched. First thing I would do is unscrew the fitting, at the carb, that comes from the fuel tank and see if you have gas to that point.
Next if you have fuel comming to the carb, you will have to open up the carb and see if the float is stuck If you have to go into the carb don't fret. Lay down a towel to place the parts on, and get yourself comfortable, as you remove the bowl be careful to not tear the gasket. If it is easy for you, label all bolts if necessary. If the float is not stuck you will have to check if the needle and seat are operating correctly, this is where the fuel comes into the carb. If this is operating correctly you will have to take her all the way appart. As for taking out the jets, most will be seated against a shoulder(internal jets). For the adjustable jets, just count the number of turns till they are closed, then unscrew them out. Once you have all the jets out, use carb cleaner and with the aid of the little red hose, aim a blast of spray into all the orrifices and make sure all passages are clear, checking for blockage in the jets themselves. After you have determined that they all are clear you can start to reassemble the carb. MOST of the time you can't make a mistake putting the jets back in the correct position because of thread fit. Re-adjust the adjustable jets and give her a try. Good luck, let us know how it turns out. Dave freezin' in Wis AGAIN
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