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Old 06-07-2014, 07:54 PM   #1
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I am in the process of troubleshooting my ignition system due to a running rich condition. After setting the point gap and timing I check for spark when opening the points. I do get a spark at the points but I also hear a spark in the area of the coil or terminal box. I don't find any loose connections. I do not have the coil high tension lead in place. Where would this spark be occurring? Thanks. Howie
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Old 06-07-2014, 08:09 PM   #2
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It's probably jumping from the secondary to one of the primary terminal,
you should have the coil wire about 1/4" from the head.

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Do it at night in the dark and you can see it.
Easy for you to say. For me to do that I'd have to wait till winter!
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Voltage has to go some where so it is finding ground through a crack or dirt on the coil. Bad for the coil.
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