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The Mighty 258 => Engine Electrical Systems. => Topic started by: Buzzard on July 01, 2012, 01:08:27 PM

Title: 1985 Eagle 258
Post by: Buzzard on July 01, 2012, 01:08:27 PM
I left the car in storage-it ran terrifically when parked. Do not know what they did jumping it. Now virtually no spark except when cranking is stopping. All components appear brand new. Replace Motorcraft box, Solenoid and coil. Very low original miles.
Any suggestions?
Thanks, Bill
Title: Re: 1985 Eagle 258
Post by: rohnk on July 01, 2012, 03:29:09 PM
Distributor and/or points? Loose coil wire? Bad ground? Battery cells gone bad?

I'm outta ideas.  ???
Title: Re: 1985 Eagle 258
Post by: thereverendbill on July 01, 2012, 09:38:48 PM
have you tried a fresh battery?
Title: Re: 1985 Eagle 258
Post by: carnuck on July 02, 2012, 12:27:04 AM
I have a Chev HEI dist I bought today to cure that issue. I'll be using it to make the 4.0L run in my '83 J10 with a carb for a bit.
Title: Re: 1985 Eagle 258
Post by: Buzzard on July 17, 2012, 07:16:23 PM
Thanks for the suggestions guys. I tried all of those tips and have ordered a distributor pick up coil as it doesn't test out well. I'll keep you posted for others in the future.