wet weather ford

FORD FAIRMONT
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DALE88
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i have 1980 ford fairmont 3.3l engine doesn`t want run in wet or damp weather when it`s cold runs fine after warmup i`ve changed everything wires,dist.cap,plugs,module,i`m wondering if could be the dist. pickup asembly that`s about the only thing that isn`t new HELP
bruce
Jan 14, 2006 at 10:27 PM

What to check next

Diagnostic guidance. Suggested checks and possible repairs are separate from the owner's reported results.

Have the ignition system inspected under the conditions that reproduce the fault, including the cap and leads, before replacing the distributor pickup. Keep hands and tools away from live ignition components and moving parts.

Guidance references and applicability

Source: Original question and visible replies. Owner reports and other participants' experiences are distinguished. Next steps are editorial guidance for obtaining diagnosis or clarifying the reported findings; they are not a verified repair procedure or an independently confirmed component diagnosis.

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WANZER2
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try putting some vasline around the bottom of the distrubtor cap, worked for me and spray the spark plug wires with wire dry.
Jan 14, 2006 at 10:32 PM
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DUDE
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Inside dist caap cracked ,you will se a white line if cracked.
also run car in the dark to see if there are any signs of arcing around the wires and plugs
Jan 16, 2006 at 6:20 AM

Discussion summary

wet weather ford

A 1980 Ford Fairmont 3.3L ran poorly in cold, damp weather but improved after warming up. The owner had already replaced ignition wires, distributor cap, plugs and module.

Reported outcome: No confirmed cause or repair outcome was reported.

Replies suggested cap damage and ignition arcing. The discussion does not confirm either, and the suggested petroleum-jelly and spray treatments are not included as verified repair guidance.

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