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POOF!
I had a response to Joecb, but it’s gone. I will post tomorrow when I’m on my computer. Lots of great information here, I want to keep you all up to speed with where I’m at.
I think the issue might be as simple as RPMs.
My first attempts when I got the motor home were at high rpm. I used a drill to rotate everything while I had an in-line spark tester attached. No spark, found that the points were filthy, which I have corrected. After that, I neglected to realize simply breaking the points would not show me spark. I was rotating the crank with a ratchet and socket, watching for spark. (In my defense, I could do that with my old cars back in the day).
It is very likely this beast will show spark tomorrow. A long way from running, but that single comment has me optimistic that I will at least solve this part of my endeavors.
More tomorrow. Thanks to all!
John Gragg
RIverside, CA
Just starting in the hobby, please be patient.
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