69 340 problems
A weak spark might be a bad condenser or coil.
I swapped out the coil for one I used to keep in my Vette just in case of breakdown. I suppose it could be a bad condenser, but it is new as are the points. I'll see if I still have the old ones around to put back in.
I know you want to keep the car as factory appointed as possible George but if you want to opt for one modification that will really help the overall performance then invest in the MP electronic ignition. I did it on my 68 and hid the box under the dash.
In all honesty, I'm afraid that I'll flip for another $200 for that kit and it still won't run. I would have a hard time installing it as well; electronic equipment isn't my strong suit....as you all can tell!
The bushing is located under the dist. Remove the dist, then pull out the gear that meshes with the cam. That's the drive and it should not have any slop when you lift it out. Look close on how it engauges the cam because it has to go back the same way. You'll see the bushing under that gear. There a ***** to get at.
It sounds like a difficult job to do. How often do these things wear out? What is the bushing made of??
Check the plug on the back of your ignition switch for a good connection as well as the bulkhead connector.
I'll check the connections, but I just reassembled all these connections when I reassembled the car a few months ago, and I used the dielectric grease on all the electrical plugs.
Any of that new grease get on the points?
No. I just regapped the points a few hours ago, and they're clean as a whip. I also cleaned the mounting plate with lacquer thinner for a good clean ground.
Something has to give, because I'm going back to Vettes if this car doesn't start to cooperate. This is rediculas after 3 weeks! Hell, I could have rebuilt the entire engine by now.
I'm sorry if I sound bitter, but it grates on your nerves after a while.
I appreciate everyones willingness to help!
Thanks a lot,
George
