I checked, and I’m running the 3874767 resistor with an MSD Blaster 2 coil. I remember that I had the same issue with the stock coil and had the MSD laying around, so I put that in to try it.
Why are my distributor cap terminals burnt?
- Thread starter Righty Tighty
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Righty, your distributor plate has a series of holes around the outside. They could be there to limit the mechanical advance. If so, set it to ~ 20 degrees. Set initial timing to ~14 degrees.
The outboard carbs could have stuck needle and seat or float [dry bowl syndrome]. And when their throttle plates open up it creates an overly lean condition so that the combustion mixture doesn't fire.
The outboard carbs could have stuck needle and seat or float [dry bowl syndrome]. And when their throttle plates open up it creates an overly lean condition so that the combustion mixture doesn't fire.
Thanks, I'll be pulling the distributor to have a look. Unfortunately the transmission is also coming out, along with the front end and steering box, so it'll be a while before getting it running again to revisit the timing and carb issues.
One thing I'm definitely going to do is have the throttle shafts removed so I can replace the bushings and ensure free movement. So, while they are off the car, I'll have another look at the needles/seats. I also just realized that I'm running a 5/16" fuel line, whereas from what I understand, the 440-6 came with 3/8" lines (at least from the tank to pump). The good news is I already have the 3/8" line and sender to replace the 5/16", so I'll do that when the transmission is out.
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