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Re: [T3] Running on 1 cylinder?



--- Wuzmop@aol.com wrote:
> Ok, I spent the entire weekend adjusting valves,
> setting points, cleaning plugs,etc. Over and over
> again. The problem I cannot get around is that it
> appears to be running on 1 cylinder. I can pull off
> the wires of cylinder # 1,3,4 all at the same time
> and it does not cause a change in the idle. I pull
> #2 off and it stalls (yes with 1,3,and 4 connected).
> I have spark at all 4 plugs, and good spray from all
> 4 injectors. I do not have a timing light,but spent
> hours trying to time it by ear, but no matter where
> I turned the dizzy, it did not cause any change in
> these cylinders. (I will be getting a light this
> weekend)Where do I go from here? I adjusted my
> valves to .006, and noticed on the archives that you
> guys are setting them at .006/.004,could this be it?
> I will be doing a compression check next weekend.
> Fuel pressure/voltage/head temp sensor are all ok.
> Thanks,
> Robb
> Setting the valves to .006 is good, what it sounds
like to me is that you need a new set of points or
possible condenser. Make sure to get the points set to
.016(44-48Dwell). Make sure your point plate ground
strap is good. Phil
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