86 ram 50 2.0 5spd makuni carb starting issues

[Maximus]

3 solenoids are on carb

[xboxrox]

3 solenoids are on carb

Check out my Mikuni rebuild photo album ~ a carb rebuild kit has new O rings for those solenoids ~ the factory 1987 OEM carb float fits the 1986 Mikuni ~ make sure no fluid is leaking into your float ~ check the small screen fuel filter around the needle seat make sure it's clean ~ see my photo album how to test needle seat for leaking by using a hand vacuum pump ~ hopefully your fuel system is clean tank filters lines etc ~ also hopefully all 4 cylinders test ok for compression & spark is timed correctly ~ make sure both air filters are NEW and that the Gas Cap will vent (not sure how to test a gas cap but they can cause problems) also make sure the wiring harness plug to the carb has clean contacts REMOVE any silicone if present & do not use silicone grease on any part of the spark plug coil wires as well ~ the 1987 vacuum advance diaphram unit fits your 1986 distribitor (it did mine anyway & can be replaced without removing the distributor)
Keep us informed of your progress, keep warm & take plenty breaks
GOOD LUCK