First of all, it seems that everytime I send a message, my provider
multiplies it by some unknown number greater than 1. So, I apologize
in advance for those that will receive multiple copies of this
message.
Now for the real content - I am experiencing intermittent spark which
is causing my Series III to run poorly. I first discovered this when I
attached a timing light to #1 plug wire. The light only flashed some
of the time. If I pull the wire out from the distributor and create an
arc, the car runs fine and the light flashes as it should. I seem to
remember having this same problem about 16 years ago, but can't
remember how I solved it. Here is what I have done:
1. I have sanded all contact surfaces
2. Replaced Distributor Cap, Plugs and Wires
3. I have NOT replaced the Coil, Points, Condenser or Rotor
Also, I too get exhaust smell in the car. I can't remember when I
haven't. The exhaust system was installed by Midas many years ago. I
have had it replaced several times. I also get this in the Jag when
the windows are down. Is there some sort of wind dynamics involved
here that blow the exhaust back in the car, or does Midas do sloppy
work?
Chris Stephenson
Atlanta, GA
Alpine III
Jag 420G
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