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Patrick L. · 08-01-2021, 08:33 AM

The wireless 'modern' upper plate is troublesome. They are fine if a wire is added.
Check for voltage to the open point arm, should about 6v.
Check for voltage when the points are closed, should be 0v
Make sure the points power lead is connected correctly and not open or grounded.
Same for condenser lead.
The primary cable insulation could be bad and grounding, and, it could be screwed in too far and grounding.
There could be a problem with terminal box wiring, jumper across the terminals.
Sometimes a key switch can ground against the fuel tank.

08-01-2021, 08:33 AM	#64
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: Can't get engine started after changing timing gear The wireless 'modern' upper plate is troublesome. They are fine if a wire is added. Check for voltage to the open point arm, should about 6v. Check for voltage when the points are closed, should be 0v Make sure the points power lead is connected correctly and not open or grounded. Same for condenser lead. The primary cable insulation could be bad and grounding, and, it could be screwed in too far and grounding. There could be a problem with terminal box wiring, jumper across the terminals. Sometimes a key switch can ground against the fuel tank.