I did read post 8. Obviously the 50k coil is enough. What else is plenty enough or too much. Is the stock coil not strong enough? Should I at least be getting some spark from the stock coil, enough to show up on the timing light?
The stock coil can be tested for spark without the distributor, right out the top. But no. I dont believe its strong enough either.
Canister coils contain oil. In my experience they run hotter, and dont do as well as an e core when run in a constant 12v situation with a ready to run. I would recommend the coil in post 8, as it even comes with a wiring harness and mounting hardware. So. The stock coil doesnt sound like its firing at all, and it's not adequate regardless. You can stick a plug right on the coil wire to check for spark. Has to be grounded. And dont shock yourself.