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1978 Other Plymouth Models power loss and starting

Tiny
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Engine Mechanical problem
1978 Other Plymouth Models V8 Four Wheel Drive Manual

I have a '78 trailduster with a 360 engine and a wber/carter competition carb. Truck started out losing power when shifted into 4th gear. Having to down shift when going up even a small incline. I turned enginge off and will not start again. I almost stars the first try and after that engine just cranks until battery dies.
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Friday, November 13th, 2009 AT 12:11 PM

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Tiny
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When diagnosing a no start situation you should check the three basic conditions that an engine needs to start. These are engine compression, fuel, and spark. By your description I would start with checking for loss of spark and if the fuel is available from the carburetor.
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