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Old 02-28-2017, 10:30 AM   #1
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Default Need Simple Ignition Wiring - Ford Model a Help

Hello

Anyone out there on Ford Barn have a very simplified version of an Ignition wiring diagram. Just the basics
No head lamps or tail light.

JUST WHAT IS NEEDED TO MAKE THE CAR RUN.

I Just want to use all factory 4cyl. parts and look .

thanks for anything in advance.

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Old 02-28-2017, 10:43 AM   #2
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Try this one:
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Old 02-28-2017, 11:33 AM   #3
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If all you want to do is run the engine, this is all you need.
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If all you want to do is run the engine, this is all you need.
yup - doesnt get any simpler than that...
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Old 02-28-2017, 12:39 PM   #5
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Attached is a simple drawing of the Model A electrical circuit.

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Try this one:
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Old 02-28-2017, 02:31 PM   #7
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If all you want to do is run the engine, this is all you need.

Can you explain a bit.?

1 side screws into distributor and the othe side of the Coil goes where?

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starter terminal (aka battery)

clipping it on acts like turning the ign switch on so clip it on and start it up - dont leave it hooked up when not running! disconnect it with the engine running to shut the engine off.

If you use this method ground the generator output or it will try to charge nothing and cook itself
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Can you explain a bit.?

1 side screws from the coil goes into distributor and the othe side of the Coil goes to the none ground side of the battery

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Hot side of battery (red wire with clip) to coil, other side of coil to distributor. Distributor to movable side of points. Stationary side of points grounded to engine. Engine to ground side of battery.
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