Thanx, I understand how you could draw this conclusion but believe me when I tell you it is so.
At 1-1/2 or 2 turns and covering the venturi there is no movement in the fuel line. Only if I get into the 4, 5, 6 turn range can I get any life out of it and then of course it is toooo fat !!
Needle valve is OK I blow air into it and it shuts down when closed and the starts to pass air again at about 1-1/2 to 2 turns. Will also change plug, just because, but I do remove it and apply power to it and I get a bright filament quickly.
I am aware of the pinch test and if it will run long enough I will try it.
I will post my results later today.
Thanx again,
Bob B.