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HS 02-10-2022 07:57 AM

Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

#3 Cylinder has a Skip when running. I changed plugs. Still have a Skip No water in The Oil, and No Oil in the water. Any suggestions on what might Be the skip when engine is running Thanks, HS

Chuck Dempsey 02-10-2022 08:33 AM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

HS, are you POSITIVE you have spark to the plug? If you create a short gap between distributor wire and the plug, do you see sparks jumping between them as the engine runs? If not, I'd suspect your distributor.....

Good Luck.

Ayers1 02-10-2022 10:18 AM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

I would look at the distributor body first. Make sure you have continuity between the inside contact and the plug wire post on the outside of the body.

rotorwrench 02-10-2022 10:36 AM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

It may have a sticky valve on #3. Try running some Marvel Mystery Oil in the fuel. Nothing better to dissolve carbon or crud.

HS 02-10-2022 11:43 AM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

Hi Ayers! Thanks Do you know Wayne on Waynesboro If you do, Tell Wayne From Waynesboro Hugh Said Howry , I live in Clarksville VA Thanks Hugh

HS 02-10-2022 11:45 AM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

THanks to All I will try the Distributor Body
Thanks to all, Hugh

eagle 02-10-2022 12:35 PM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

Lift the plug straps a quarter inch and watch the spark jump when its running. You'll be able to see if its erratic. Works best if its low light, easier to see.

Ayers1 02-10-2022 03:51 PM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

Hi HS, I know a lot of guys by their cars, not necessarily by their name. If I run into him I'll tell him!

ronn 02-10-2022 05:53 PM

Re: Have a SKIP in Number 3 Cylinder when running
 

It may have a sticky valve on #3.






thats what it sounds like to me....


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