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01-06-2024, 04:13 PM | #1 |
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How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
I've always carry spare V8 parts on tours, including the ignition condensers.
i think I have 4 old ones but have no idea if they are any good. Is there an easy way test them to eliminate the bad ones? |
01-06-2024, 04:43 PM | #2 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
You really need an old school tester like my Herbrand coil and condenser tester. Here is a short video demonstrating a bad condenser.
https://youtu.be/7thA6UA5kbk?si=NSLxh3fPSt_zmveR |
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01-06-2024, 06:48 PM | #3 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
In the last year or so, some reasonably priced multi-meters have become available with an adequate capacitance test function. It's really not so simple though, The condenser has to be tested over a period of time with heat applied.
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01-06-2024, 09:01 PM | #4 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
Or, just put in a Tubman condenser and forget about it.
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01-07-2024, 07:55 AM | #5 |
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01-07-2024, 08:08 AM | #6 |
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01-07-2024, 03:32 PM | #7 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
Can someone explain about the Tubman condensers?
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01-07-2024, 04:09 PM | #8 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
Until the "tubman" jumps in here, they are beautiful pieces of hand-made, yet fully-functional art. Click on the link BELOW for a direct PM to "tubman".
Coop https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/priva...=newpm&u=36688 |
01-07-2024, 08:03 PM | #9 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
The Tubman condenser will not fit in my 34 Ford Coil. I'm trying not to Jury Rig my cars of possible.
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01-07-2024, 08:15 PM | #10 |
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01-08-2024, 10:57 AM | #11 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
These condensers were originally intended for use with high performance aftermarket ignitions such as the WC DuCoil in the picture provided by Mr. Coopman. These distributors require the use of an external condenser(s) because of their design, so appearance was of the utmost importance. Mine work well and have proved to be super reliable, so their use has migrated to use with stock ignitions. I understand your desire to keep your car as original and second the recommendation of those offered by Third Gen Automotive.
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01-08-2024, 05:10 PM | #12 |
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Re: How to test the condenser for the Early Ford V8's
The search for a Good Condensor rivals Diogenes search for an Honest Man or a Flathead that Starts Hot and does not Overheat. After many years of Flathead owner ship(35). I just carry two of everything, ignition wise.
I found that you only need the part you forgot to bring with. |
01-08-2024, 05:29 PM | #13 |
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