360 Won't Start!!
after messing with the timing about a million different ways
There is no reason to "mess" with the timing, just SET it as outlined
I decided to take the drivers side head off just to make sure nothing was going on internally.
So you found it easier to pull a head that to just check the valve gear and run a compression check?
Also, my plugs were damp with fuel but not fouled so I know it's getting gas. So here are some other questions. My dad mentioned checking my spark plug gaps,
If they are damp they are probably fouled. HOW DO YOU KNOW that you have fresh fuel? How long has it been parked? That engine should start and run with plug gaps anywhere from .020 (or maybe less) clear out to .050 (or maybe more)
Also, is there any way to put the cylinder heads on the wrong side?
Nope. Mopar heads don't care which side they are on
At this point, and since you've had so much trouble, HERE IS WHAT I'd do
DO YOU HAVE A SHOP MANUAL?
Since you already tore into the engine, I'd pull the timing cover and check the camshaft timing. BE ABSOLUTELY SURE it is right
Reassemble the engine, and CAREFULLY examine the valve gear to be sure you have some valve clearance.
Then go back to my original post, use a piston stop to check your timing marks and set the timing as I outlined
THEN RUN A COMPRESSION CHECK Run first "dry" and then again with a squirt of oil in each cylinder.
Then now that you have the timing set RIGHT, CHECK the spark at at least 4 plugs to be sure you have nice hot spark.
Now install clean new plugs, give it a squirt of FRESH gas down the carb throat, and START the engine.