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1971 CB350 wasn't ran for about 2 weeks and went to start it up with no success. Cam chain, valve clearance, point gaps were all set before and it was running fine. Just re-set the point gaps (both spark) and bike fired up but only on the right cylinder. Spark plug gaps correctly spaced. Note: Both spark plugs were wet after kicking initially trying to get it to start up.
Currently: Removed gas tank as my focus is turning to the ignition coils (since they are original 1971). Can they just got bad after sitting for a short time like that? Could it be that the spark plug wire isn't making good contact with the boot? If so, I trimmed the wire about 1/4" to get a fresh contact, but I am at the shortest limit and anymore would require a longer wire to reach the boot. The wire is not replaceable I am assuming and it would need a whole new ignition coil, correct?
Had my helmet on and ready to ride the day before after being on vacation for a week. Safe to say I was a little bummed when it wouldn't start!
Thanks for the help as always!
Currently: Removed gas tank as my focus is turning to the ignition coils (since they are original 1971). Can they just got bad after sitting for a short time like that? Could it be that the spark plug wire isn't making good contact with the boot? If so, I trimmed the wire about 1/4" to get a fresh contact, but I am at the shortest limit and anymore would require a longer wire to reach the boot. The wire is not replaceable I am assuming and it would need a whole new ignition coil, correct?
Had my helmet on and ready to ride the day before after being on vacation for a week. Safe to say I was a little bummed when it wouldn't start!
Thanks for the help as always!