Hold on there. Let's back up a little and get some history of when it happened and what you've done.
1. When was motor last running? Recent?...never yet?
2. Was running and then you posted this? I hope the scenario is "Motor won't start, so I checked spark, no spark" Is that right???
3. Most times it's that the person thinks the point gap is correct and it's not. So close gap a little. Try. No spark? open gap a little.
4. Next common issue: bad new condenser.
5. Next common issue: you took the dizzy out and didn't get it back correctly.
6. Next, timing off...same as 5.
Sometimes you have to look pretty close to see spark in sunlight, need to be in the dark somewhat.
The starter working has nothing to do with grounds that members are asking about. Grounds involved with ignition spark, not cranking. Grounds like what Jerry is speaking of. Grounds like spark plug not getting grounded sitting on motor.
You should have two wires on coil positive. One from ballast, which is energized by ignition switch. The other from the side terminal of switch on top of starter. So Highly unlikely coil is not getting spark. So the issue is bad coil or beyond. Please answer/check 1-6.
You said you tested with engine not running. It will not run anyway right? So have to ask.....are you testing spark with engine being cranked by starter?
Last edited by bartamos; 08/16/2025 4:17 AM.
