It is correct if the points are open when you measure.

If the points are closed it should read close to 9 volts.

Last edited by Bill Hanlon; 04/10/2026 3:15 AM. Reason: spelling

'57 GMC 102, Original 347 V8, HydraMatic, 3.08 rear gear, added A/C, disk front brakes, HEI, AFB carb, '98 Honda Black Currant paint. T-boned and totaled 10/12
'52 GMC 152 Stake Bed, Original 228, SM420, added A/C, HEI, disk front brakes, '67 Chev 3.55 rear gear. Gets used as a real truck.