Fuel System?

Hi,

When you checked the plugs, was there spark or none? Also, did you try to check for diagnostic trouble codes?

If there is no spark, the next thing I need you to check is for power at the coil. I found some old manufacturer's wiring schematics. I attached them below. Note that it was only one page in length. I had to cut it in half to make it readable. I did overlap them so you can follow from one to the next.

Check the coil for power. Also, confirm the ECU hasn't been slightly disconnected (pic 3). If you remember which wire your hand got caught on, let me know that as well.

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.

Hi,

I'm sorry to hear that. Let me know if there is anything I can do that would help you. As far as the issue, if you do have spark and fuel, it should run. Something isn't adding up. Even if you turned the distributor, it would still try to run or backfire or something.

You did say at one point, flames came from the carb. That is an indication of a timing or internal issue. However, the distributor wasn't removed. Ugh!

Remove the distributor cap and see if there is excessive play in the distributor shaft. See if you are able to move the rotor excessively back and forth. Maybe something is damaged in the distributor causing a timing issue.

Let me know.

Take care of yourself.

Joe

Hi,

Capacitor? Can you upload a pic of what you are seeing? There really isn't a capacitor in the ignition system.

Also, if it is backfiring, were the spark plug wires removed and replaced? If so, are you sure the wires are in the correct firing order? See pic below.

When I heard it cranking, I didn't notice any backfiring. Let me know what is happening.

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.

Hi,

Have you replaced it? That could be causing an issue.

Let me know.

Joe

In the old days, that is what was used with points in the distributor. It prevented arcing by absorbing power when the points opened. (Electric always takes the easiest way out). If that is tied into the ignition system, that could be allowing spark to be jumping around. I would give it a try.

Joe

Hi,

The pic I attached above is correct. You need to align the TDC mark on the crankshaft pulley with the indicator. Once that is at TDC, the rotor should point to the front of the vehicle. Is that what you have?

Joe

Which ones are needed? Let me know. Although my manual is somewhat limited, there are a lot of schematics for specific things. Other than me, you can purchase a Hynes or Chilton manual from most parts stores.

Let me know.

Joe

Hi,

I'm not sure why they would be different. Is there a chance the wiring may have been changed at some point?

Joe

Oh boy. That isn't encouraging. Are you able to use the schematics to follow specific wires and determine if they seem to be going to the correct places?

Let me know.

Joe