No spark at the plugs

1963 CADILLAC SERIES 62
78,000 MILES • 6.6L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALAN VAN MATER
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When cranking the engine there is spark at the points, but none at the end of the plug wires.
Oct 2, 2018 at 5:34 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Is there spark coming out te top of the ignition coil?

Check there first. If you have spark, then inspect the cap and rotor.

If you do not have spark, it may be the coil itself that has failed.

Also, make sure the point gap is .018.

Roy
Oct 3, 2018 at 4:27 AM
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ALAN VAN MATER
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Thanks, I will check it. I will let you know.
Oct 3, 2018 at 6:52 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Sounds like a plan.

Roy
Oct 3, 2018 at 7:10 AM
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ALAN VAN MATER
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Thank you Roy, installed ignition coil, condenser and wires. Car
started right up.
Oct 4, 2018 at 6:51 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Nice, good job.

You are welcome. Always glad to help.

Roy
Oct 4, 2018 at 8:42 AM
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