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1934 Ford Cabriolet electrical problem.
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JDBenner |
12-19-2018 @ 6:18 PM
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I did find the ignition switch quite corroded so I'm concentrating on that right now.
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JDBenner |
12-18-2018 @ 7:44 PM
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Thanks. I'll check the ignition switch and try to find a new condenser.
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JDBenner |
12-18-2018 @ 7:41 PM
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Thanks. I'll check the ignition switch and try to get a new condenser.
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TomO |
12-18-2018 @ 7:59 AM
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If you are only getting 1.6 volts with the points closed, there is too much current flowing in the circuit. You could have a leaky condenser or a coil with shorted turns. Try a new condenser. I don't know where you can get a good one for a 34 Ford.
Tom
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trjford8 |
12-18-2018 @ 7:33 AM
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You could have an issue with the ignition switch on the column. Take it apart and check and clean all the contacts inside.
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trjford8 |
12-18-2018 @ 7:32 AM
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You could have an issue with the ignition switch on the column. Take it apart and check and clean all the contacts inside.
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trjford8 |
12-18-2018 @ 7:32 AM
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You could have an issue with the ignition switch on the column. Take it apart and check and clean all the contacts inside.
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JDBenner |
12-17-2018 @ 8:43 AM
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I have the coil on top of the distributor. I started running Tom's tests and did find I had 6.2 volts at the distributor. The points must have been in the wrong position when I tried it before. However, I'm only getting 1.6 volts where you say it should be over 2.5. I did get the car to start but it runs rough. The leads on my voltmeter are kind of short so I'll try to check further later. Thanks for your help. If you have anymore suggestions let me know.
This message was edited by JDBenner on 12-17-18 @ 8:47 AM
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TomO |
12-17-2018 @ 7:01 AM
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Thanks MG, for clarifying my post.
Tom
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MG |
12-16-2018 @ 11:59 AM
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I think Tom meant to say a 'CAN' (as in soup can) type coil....One that does not sit on top of the distributor....The adapter sits on top of the distributor.... See adapter at this link > https://www.ebay.com/itm/1933-1934-1935-1936-FORD-CAR-TRUCK-COIL-ADAPTER-KIT-18-12036-S-/272203996232
This message was edited by MG on 12-16-18 @ 12:07 PM
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