Just about had enough

[rwhit57]

Originally Posted by 67_SS396

Try jumping the solenoid as said earlier. Either with a screwdriver, small pry bar or remote starter. It wont shock you. If it cranks and even fires, then it's a bad solenoid. Jump the battery terminal on the solenoid to the "start" terminal.
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Most likely, but it could mean the power isn't getting to the solenoid when the ignition is turned to the start position. The fact that it's clicking tells me it probably is, but this should be checked also.

Start fresh, plugs, dist cap, rotor, wires, make sure the starter is shimmed right, adjust the timing until the motor fires quickly, and then see where you're at. If the carb needs work find someone that can do it for you.