Re: Testing Model B Condensors

Posted by Larry Jenkins on Sep. 18, 1998 at 14:13:03

In Reply to: Re: Testing Model B Condensors
posted by John Cannon on Sep. 18, 1998 at 11:33:20

: Hi Larry.You have gotten some good pointers on checking the condensers.As another point of possible trouble, if you are using an original "B" distribuitor, check the mechanical advance mechanism in the distribuitor.They were notorious for wearing out and not providing the proper advance curve.Also check to make sure you have a timing gear cover for a "B" as the timing hole is located slightly different from an "A" to provide an additional advance.This means that for the "B", when the timing pin is used to check for top dead center, it isn't really top dead center.
: Good Luck!
: John Cannon

Thanks John.Yes, I am using a Model B distributor, and the inside mechanism and springs look new and everything is free.
Also, I have the Model B timing gear cover, as the B has a raised boss around the timing pin hole.
Larry Jenkins
: : I have an engine that runs rough and has little power, so I suspect, among other things, that I may have a bad condensor on my B engine in a 1930 Coupe.
: : My question is, can a used condensor be checked with a volt-ohmmeter, and if so how, and what would the readings be for a brand new one compared to the used one if the used one is bad?
: : Thanks..
: : Larry Jenkins