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09-24-2023, 06:21 PM | #1 |
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Spark Advance Level problem
My spark advance lever has always been rather stiff to operate but now it hardly will move at all. Has anyone had this problem and does the steering column need to come out to fix it?
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09-24-2023, 06:51 PM | #2 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Have you provided it with any lubrication?
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09-24-2023, 06:58 PM | #3 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Where do lubricate the spark advance lever? I don’t see the spark lever as a required lubrication point and there doesn’t appear to be an obvious place to lubricate.
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09-24-2023, 07:50 PM | #4 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
First the top bushing on the steering column is made from pot metal which will swell with time clamping on to the spark & throttle levers. Don't use WD-40 but rather a graphite lube same as for lock cylinders.
Drip some at the very top of the lever were it enters the top bushing, just at the quadrant. You could spray some 'rust buster' oil up the shaft under the spark & throttle lever springs. Let the chemistry work, be patient. |
09-24-2023, 09:45 PM | #5 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Make sure the top plate in the distributer is free to move easily and a light grease in the groove won't hurt.
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09-25-2023, 03:49 PM | #6 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
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09-25-2023, 05:20 PM | #7 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Nakimar nice how-to. People spout off this and that on here, but never give the proper information. Thanks!
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09-25-2023, 06:21 PM | #8 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Gene, Every post in this thread was on spot and helpful. Didn't need the comment.
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09-25-2023, 06:23 PM | #9 |
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Yes, they were. I did not mean this thread. Sorry J
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09-25-2023, 07:20 PM | #10 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Gene, you are correct as far as some threads go. If they turn a corner then we all should make that observation.
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09-26-2023, 06:15 AM | #11 | |
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09-26-2023, 08:01 AM | #12 |
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Re: Spark Advance Level problem
Thanks all for the good responses, especially the detailed instructions from nkaminar. I will give that a try.
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