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TR6 - Elec Prob - Ignition Wires

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: TR6 - Elec Prob - Ignition Wires
From: tgentr@rw1.rworld.com
Date: 16 Mar 1996 16:50:12 EDT
JO> just as the wire (I believe the
JO>white one- from ignition to coil)  moves, the power to the coil dies (Ign
JO>light, brake light are on the same circuit)  Car will either die, or not
JO>start.

Joe, when a wire breaks internally (this is called "open" as opposed to
a "short") it is usually at a high stress area.  The first thing to try
is cut off the end at the coil, go back 1/2 inch or so and crimp on a
new  connector.  If that doesn't help, look for other places where the
wire may be subject to sharp bends or pulling.

Good Luck
Tom Gentry

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