289 spark issue

gub

gub

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My 68' 289 isn't getting any spark. I changed the plugs, wires, cap, and rotor. What else could be causing it not to spark? I checked for spark by taking off a plug and putting it to a head bolt and cranking.
 
gub said:
My 68' 289 isn't getting any spark. I changed the plugs, wires, cap, and rotor. What else could be causing it not to spark? I checked for spark by taking off a plug and putting it to a head bolt and cranking.
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still have points?

it have power to the + wire at the coil?
 
Its stock but its been replaced with electronic ignition. i Just replaced the ignition coil and still nothing.
 
gub said:
Its stock but its been replaced with electronic ignition. i Just replaced the ignition coil and still nothing.
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ok, you check for power?

coil needs power on the + terminal, and a ground pulse when cranking on the - terminal
 
Do i use a test light? If so, what do i put the light to? and thanks for the quick reply!
 
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gub said:
Do i use a test light? If so, what do i put the light to? and thanks for the quick reply!
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to check for power, put the test light clip to the negative post of the battery, and the point to the + side of the coil, then turn the key on
 
My light couldnt reach the negative post to the coil, so i put it on the valve cover and checked and there was no power. I just replaced it, why wouldnt it have power?
 
yea, i took that out and took it to advance auto and they did an ohm test and they said its no good anymore. where can i find another?
 
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