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Re: Still won't idle

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Subject: Re: Still won't idle
From: ps4330@okc01.jccbi.gov (Peter Schauss x 2014)
Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 07:45:26 -0400
>
> I'm guessing you have a late model with electronic ignition. I had the
> same problem with my last smog inspection. I also replaced all plugs,
> wires, cap, and rotor at the recomendation of the mechanic. It had not
> been very long since the last change of these same parts. Finally got to
> pass smog, but still had the rough idle. I couldn't give up untill I
> found the problem. It turned out to be the bracket that supports the
> optical trigger inside the distributor. It sticks up high enough that
> each time the rotor came past it would arc to ground. So I wrapped the
> bracket with electrical tape. Presto, it ran like a champ. More
> permanent fix was to dip the bracket in liquid rubber. The same stuff
> you dip your tool handles in. Available at most hardware stores. You may
> have to dip it several times to build up a good insulation. Dont forget
> to mark where the bracket is, or it will foul up rotor timing in
> relation to the terminals in the cap. Good luck. Hope it works for you
> also.

My distributor has a plastic cover, called an anti-flash shield - I
believe, which separates the pickup coil and related components from
the rotor.  I am still using the original Lucas electronic ignition system
with the separate amplifier mounted on the inner wheel well.

Peter Schauss
ps4330@okc01.jccbi.gov
schauss@worldnet.att.net
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
1980 MGB


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