Posted by mkirsch on June 07, 2008 at 18:37:05 from (67.240.251.254):
In Reply to: WD-9 problems posted by 71ford100 on June 07, 2008 at 15:36:36:
The magneto generates its own electricity, unless it's been cobbled up with an battery-type ignition coil. Only you will be able to look and see if that's been done.
Either way, it sounds like the magneto needs some work. It could be as simple as a tune-up (coil, condensor, points, cap), or you may need to have the magneto rebuilt. It should make a snapping noise every time a cylinder comes up on compression as you try to start it.
Since you suspect crud in the fuel tank, have you considered cleaning the fuel tank?
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