Compression test?

[stevenm]

Fuel down the plug holes is my standard fix for an engine not wanting to go.

You have compression so if the timing and firing sequence is right it should give you a couple of revs which means it has the potential to run.

If you are getting any kickback on the handle it is over advanced for an engine you are having problems with.

Thanks Simon , good feedback.

I'm trying this this afternoon as soon as can get to garage.

I had assumed that over advance was reason for kickback, and over retardation the reason for the earlier backfire , will continue to "fiddle".