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Forum: Ignition System 09-09-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,148
Posted By tenders
Maybe the most useful upgrade per dollar you can...

Maybe the most useful upgrade per dollar you can do on an A4. It's an entirely different level of reliability than the points and condenser system.

With it, you replace the cap and rotor every few...
Forum: For Sale - Other Items 08-29-2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By RUSSELL
As far as pricing on the engine - not quite sure....

As far as pricing on the engine - not quite sure. It is a new block Moyer - hardly run. I have additional stuff - Indigo FWC, oil filter kit, tensioning arm, alternator, belts, water-lift muffler,...
Forum: Ignition System 08-25-2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 767
Posted By Dave Neptune
The spark comes from the coil and is anywhere...

The spark comes from the coil and is anywhere from 25,000 volts or much higher, however there is very little amperage.
If your seeing no spark and the engine does not start you may have a dead coil....
Forum: Ignition System 08-11-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By joe_db
I have found the coil to distributor wire will...

I have found the coil to distributor wire will frequently be the first to go, it gets 4 times the use of the other ones.
Forum: Ignition System 08-10-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By Dave Neptune
Cap, rotor an wires are a regular maintenance...

Cap, rotor an wires are a regular maintenance item. Not as often as some parts like the points which wear out due to the "arcing" when they open and close. The plugs also wear out from all of the...
Forum: Ignition System 08-09-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By Dave Neptune
Just wipe it clean and use NO abrasives. ...

Just wipe it clean and use NO abrasives.

The wires do wear out as RESISTANCE builds with use in this hi-voltage environment. Resistance also builds up on the cap and rotor as carbon builds up on...
Forum: Ignition System 08-09-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By joe_db
If you have too much resistance or too big a gap,...

If you have too much resistance or too big a gap, the voltage looks for another way to go.
Forum: Fuel System 07-21-2023, 12:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By joe_db
I would go back to basics. With the fuel and...

I would go back to basics.
With the fuel and cooling water OFF and maybe even the carb off.
1. Take the plugs out. Check them for being fouled or wet with gas, oil, or water.
2. Do a compression...
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-05-2021, 12:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,831
Posted By roadnsky
Please note that the coil's INPUT VOLTAGE should...

Please note that the coil's INPUT VOLTAGE should be tested between coil + and a solid ground (block). Not the coil's (-) terminal.
The small coil (-) post is not a "ground" even though one would...
Forum: Exhaust System 08-21-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,493
Posted By Peter
Good Old Boat The water flow out of Graham's...

Good Old Boat

The water flow out of Graham's exhaust looked weak to me - good hint there was a flow problem.

Check your water pump impeller

poor flow = elevated temps = steam

Peter
Forum: Electrical 07-17-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,964
Posted By Sam
I had an alternator go out on a river bridge run...

I had an alternator go out on a river bridge run about a decade ago. I have two deep cycle batteries w/600+ cold cranking amps each. Easily ran 2 1/2 hours at low speed & idle on one battery till I...
Forum: Electrical 07-17-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,964
Posted By Surcouf
so my 2 cents: - rust / crude: just chisel it...

so my 2 cents:
- rust / crude: just chisel it out to make room to pass teh belt
- pulley: with a metal file, round just the sharp edge of your shaft, and the edge of the pulley where shaft goes it....
Forum: General Interest 06-26-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,268
Posted By tenders
I run Sta-Bil-ized fuel, sometimes with a dash of...

I run Sta-Bil-ized fuel, sometimes with a dash of Seafoam for good measure, in 100% of my carbureted engines, 100% of the time, and I run the carbs dry at the end of every season (A4 excepted; it's...
Forum: General Interest 06-26-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,268
Posted By joe_db
95% of outboard problems are carb problems. If...

95% of outboard problems are carb problems. If you aren't religious about running the fuel out, and sometimes even if you are, modern gas and tiny passages = problems.
If there is nothing obvious...
Forum: Cooling System 04-05-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,188
Posted By Mattlurzo
Here are the extra instructions I found in the...

Here are the extra instructions I found in the box, just in case you don't have it.
Forum: Cooling System 04-04-2019, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,188
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
Very carefully. I don't think you will have...

Very carefully.

I don't think you will have a problem. If you do have to scrape first try something softer than brass to scrape with; maybe a plastic or wood wedge. If there is any thin film left...
Forum: Cooling System 04-04-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,188
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
A 3/8 socket on a short extension works for me on...

A 3/8 socket on a short extension works for me on the lower bolt. I go buy feel. It's easy for me because I've done it many times. I can see how it could be a bit challenging if you have never...
Forum: Cooling System 04-04-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,188
Posted By Mattlurzo
I'm not sure if your instructions came with this...

I'm not sure if your instructions came with this info, but mine had a small slip included that said to hand tighten the bolts and then run the engine for a minute to let the part settle into the...
Forum: Cooling System 04-01-2019, 05:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,188
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
Remove the upper bolt first. If the lower bolt is...

Remove the upper bolt first. If the lower bolt is not to tight you will be able to swing the pump outward, away from the engine, and have more access\ visibility to the lower bolt.
For the install I...
Forum: Electrical 08-26-2018, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,960
Posted By ndutton
It is pretty rare to lose both spark and fuel at...

It is pretty rare to lose both spark and fuel at the same time so rather than both let's see if either are deficient, we can chase the possible causes then.

No fuel in bowl
This is s fault in the...
Forum: Electrical 08-25-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,960
Posted By ndutton
Let's check spark at a spark plug while cranking,...

Let's check spark at a spark plug while cranking, check for fuel in the carburetor bowl. If both of those checks pass muster (doubtful) I think a compression test is in order. No compression means...
Forum: Electrical 08-25-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,960
Posted By Dave Neptune
I the crack did not get it to fire I doubt you...

I the crack did not get it to fire I doubt you have spark at the plugs, especially if the plugs were dry. Did you smell gas on the plugs or emanating from the cylinders?

Next confirm spark at the...
Forum: Helpful Videos 06-04-2018, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,261
Posted By chconger
Installing Electronic Ignition

Hi All

I just installed the Pertronix 1146a electronic ignition on my Atomic 4 and used the opportunity to film the step by step.

https://youtu.be/jcdBjA7QTDc

Hopefully that helps someone...
Forum: Electrical 10-15-2017, 09:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,606
Posted By Al Schober
Been a LONG time since I've done this. Don't...

Been a LONG time since I've done this. Don't recall any difficulties. I recommend you remove the starter as opposed to doing it in place.
When you look at the old solenoid, the wear & arc points...
Forum: Electrical 10-15-2017, 08:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,346
Posted By joe_db
Charge time is hugely variable depending on the...

Charge time is hugely variable depending on the battery chemistry and the type and set points of your voltage regulator.
I learned the hard way that a 35 amp stock Motorola set to 13.8 volts will...
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