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Old 08-22-2020, 06:34 PM   #2
Phil Gillespie
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Default Re: Starting the flathead with Chevy Distributor

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Originally Posted by farmerdick View Post
On 8/10 I started a post on setting up the distributor, and TDC using a Chevy distributor from Bubba. Well I tried starting it up but have spark to the points but nothing at the plugs or coil. The entire ignition system is new. Any ideas? I turned the motor over and did not see any spark at the points even though I could arc them and get a good spark!!!
12v or 6v? What coil is in use? Are you using a resistor in the circuit to coil.
You may not need to use this dependant on coil in use. Can check primary coil resistance to verify this.
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