Thread: Condenser check
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Old 10-23-2020, 09:21 PM   #3
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Default Re: Condenser check

Make sure your point gap hasn't closed up. Pull a spark plug strap off of a plug about a 1/4 inch and see if you have a nice hot steady spark. If its weak and or sporadic you may want to try a new condenser. You can test it with any DVOM that has a capacitance tester or else use an OHM meter, but it will likely test fine as you will be testing it cold. Otherwise get a can of Canned Air duster, hold it upside down and spray it on the condenser. That will cool it down. If the idle smooths out, replace the condenser. On the second question, yes you can install the condenser up on the firewall by the coil.
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