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08-16-2018, 05:04 AM | #1 |
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1931 Model A pickup hard to start
I have a 1931 model a pickup. It started great but didn't sound like it was running right at idle or when I would drive it. (It sounded like it was idling high and was running rich) After reading some threads I decided to retime the engine. I bought a hand crank and a test light and followed the steps in Les Andrew's book and was very happy with the results. I cleaned and regapped all of the points (rotor points were close to 0.04) and replaced the plugs and plug "wires".
It was a little hard to start the first time but sounded a lot better. I went to drive it last night and can't get it to start. Is it possible that "improving the timing" is causing starting problem? While I was timing the car I think I left the ignition on with the points closed because my battery was dead (down to 4 V) and the coil was warm. Any chance I damaged my coil? I also noticed my throttle rod that runs to the distributor was bent, not allowing the engine to reach a fully retarded spark position. I straightened it. Any chance this is contributing? |
08-16-2018, 05:47 AM | #2 |
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Re: 1931 Model A pickup hard to start
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08-16-2018, 07:20 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1931 Model A pickup hard to start
The coil is probably fine but your points are likely damaged. I killed a set when I forgot the key on overnight but the coil was fine.
My car actually started decently but 2 minutes into the drive it died. Cleaned up the points with a pocket knife, drove back home and replaced them. |
08-16-2018, 10:16 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1931 Model A pickup hard to start
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