timing issue, timing light stops flashing for a split second every few seconds |
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timing issue, timing light stops flashing for a split second every few seconds |
DRPHIL914 |
Oct 6 2018, 09:08 PM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,751 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States |
so its missing every few seconds or so.
like when the heart skips a beat. So how or why would this happen- is it the points module?(hot spark) , seems like the most likely thing. I am going to put the 123ignition distributor in tomorrow, and it will be interesting to see if it still happens. that will eliminate the fi points plate and the hotspark module in the old distributor. So has anyone else ever seen this when setting the timing on their car?? if so what did you conclude? |
PlaysWithCars |
Oct 8 2018, 09:32 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 521 Joined: 9-November 03 From: Southeast of Seattle Member No.: 1,323 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Yes, as everyone has pointed out, its important that the timing light is connected properly. But, I've frequently found that there is an ignition system issue leading to missed spark. Most common for me has been plug wires: carbon core breaking down or the connection between the wire core and the terminals on the end.
Try putting the light on other plug leads. You won't be able to check the timing, but you should be able to confirm consistent plug firing. |
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