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General Discussion / Re: My 69z died and I can't figure it out
« on: September 09, 2022, 12:04:53 AM »
Stingr69 said:
“Condenser outside on coil bracket is actually there as a filter for AM radio interference. It is not required for engine operation. Leave it disconnected for now.“
Gimmea250swb said:
“No condenser in the distributor, only the one on the coil bracket.”
Although you say you have a 0.019” point gap, what is the physical condition of the points themselves? Are they burnt or corroded?
I would think that you need the proper condenser (capacitor) inside the distributor, because it prevents current from arcing (jumping) across an open gap in the breaker points and ensures that the circuit is broken cleanly which also helps to prolong the operational life of the points. Prolonged arcing across the point gap will eventually damage the points which can result in: vehicle will not fire or start as well as a rough running engine if it does start.
Richard
“Condenser outside on coil bracket is actually there as a filter for AM radio interference. It is not required for engine operation. Leave it disconnected for now.“
Gimmea250swb said:
“No condenser in the distributor, only the one on the coil bracket.”
Although you say you have a 0.019” point gap, what is the physical condition of the points themselves? Are they burnt or corroded?
I would think that you need the proper condenser (capacitor) inside the distributor, because it prevents current from arcing (jumping) across an open gap in the breaker points and ensures that the circuit is broken cleanly which also helps to prolong the operational life of the points. Prolonged arcing across the point gap will eventually damage the points which can result in: vehicle will not fire or start as well as a rough running engine if it does start.
Richard