Posted by Mavman (IP: 192.62.107.213) on November 12, 1999 at 08:13:51:
In Reply to: Re: Rickyracer possed a question I have regarding Electronic Ignition posted by rickyracer on November 11, 1999 at 22:04:00:
Could have set the gap on the new plugs. Well...guess I get to do it this weekend.
Yeah...I do think the seals/guides are showing a little wear. I get the normal puff of blue smoke on startup. It's very small, but it's got me worried. Guess I need to get that second set of heads cleaned up. :O)
Thanks rickracer!!!
: :I'd start with .040" and go know more then .050" gap. Electronic iginitons generate a hotter spark and don't need the tighter gap of point systems.
: The white ash deposits are either a leaded gas additve or small amounts of oil depsoits. If you're running a lead/octane additive that's the source, if not your valve seals/guides are a little worn. But not enough to be any kind of a problem, it is a normal state as long as it doesn't become large custing gubs.
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: I have a Mallory Electronic Ignition. I have been running the spark gap as factory 32-36 for a 65 289. Should I open the gap up to 45-50?
: : Also...I just replace the plugs, and the tips are prefect, but they have a white soot on the metal finger. Any suggestions as to mixture?