Alright, first things first—let’s get that engine breathing before we start brewing. 1) Check the spark plugs and wires, no fouled or cracked stuff. 2) Make sure the fuel line is clear, no sludge. 3) Hit a compression test; if it’s below 80 psi, the heads or pistons are probably the culprit. 4) Clean or replace the idle air control valve—those old engines hate a dirty IAC. 5) Once you get a good idle, test a full throttle to see if it stays alive. 6) If all that checks out, you’ll have a running machine for coffee. 7) Then we can talk solar‑battery hybrids, but let’s keep the engine honest first. Good luck, coffee‑crazed mechanic!