engine starting issues after use

Have a 1969 Correctraft Mustang with a Ford 302..I am having issues restarting after use..Normally will take 4 to 5 full throttle applications to start when cold...After running for awhile I'll shut the engine off and then it will not restart..I have changed plugs, wires, rotor, distributer cap and points.....when running it is smooth..but I can't get it restarted after use...Any ideas on what to look for next would be greatly appreciated!!!

I second what Gary says. Had to replace my choke beginning of summer. If that doesn't do it, before tearing down carb check the timing.

Flooded or no gas, that's the question. If it won't start after use, try full throttle (in neutral please), let it sit a few minutes after opening throttle before starting, and crank it over. If it sputters, and then starts after cranking for 5 secs, be quick to pull back on the throttle to avoid over revving. It's flooded. If it doesn't start, try spraying a good shot of starter fluid down the carb. If it starts, you had no gas in the fuel bowls. Level too low and boiled off.
Both tests point to the carb float level or needle not seating. Or idle circuit clogged, or, etc. Time for a carb rebuild.

8122pbrainard wrote: cbr1000dude wrote: try spraying a good shot of starter fluid down the carb. This certainly isn't the greatest suggestion. Starting fluid is basically ether which is a extremely strong solvent. It washes the oil off the cylinder walls. Good way to screw up an engine!!

OMG! Thanks for telling me. It's a good thing gasoline isn't a solvent or all of our engines would be screwed up! Oh wait, the cylinder walls are oiled from under the piston, so we're ok!

cbr1000dude wrote: 8122pbrainard wrote: cbr1000dude wrote: try spraying a good shot of starter fluid down the carb. This certainly isn't the greatest suggestion. Starting fluid is basically ether which is a extremely strong solvent. It washes the oil off the cylinder walls. Good way to screw up an engine!! OMG! Thanks for telling me. It's a good thing gasoline isn't a solvent or all of our engines would be screwed up! Oh wait, the cylinder walls are oiled from under the piston, so we're ok!

NG,
I get a hint of sarcasm in your reply. I highly recommend you look at the KB value of ether compared to gasoline.