Next day it will start or sometime later. This creates a magnetic field that builds strength thanks to the help of the iron core.
I Have A 1967 Camaro And My Msd 6al Box Went Out When I Was
Msd ignition box problems. I disconnected it completely and so far cross my fingers the problem has gone away. Tested it and voila got spark. After testing it it seems fine. I had it installed with an msd adaptor harness for the application. Remove the coil wire from the distributor cap and position the terminal so it is approximately 12 from a good ground. You can also perform this test by disconnecting the two prong lead from the msd distributor to the 6a box.
Turn the ignition to the on position. Disconnect the msd white wire from the distributor points or the ignition amplifier. How to wire gm hei distributor to msd ignition box how to diy duration. A new box solved the problem. It hick ups intermitantly like someone is quickly switching the ignition on and off. Msd explained in depth just how this occurs.
Took the old box that i thought was crap and hooked it up direct as well. Make sure the ignition switch is in the off position. If there is a spark between the coil wire and the engine then both the 6a box and the coil are working which means the problem lies with the ignition pickup in the distributor. In a typical factory style inductive ignition current from the battery flows through the thicker primary windings when the switching device points or magnetic pickups is closed. Rats speed shop kauai hi. So its not the first time but it seems ive got a box brand new from msd that doesnt work.
Car still isnt firing though. Occasionally it will not start altogether. Why the old box had no spark is beyond me. The new box was purchased from summit.
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