Notices
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Dentsides Ford Truck
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Moser

coil,pickup,or module?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 15, 2012 | 10:20 AM
  #1  
79str8six's Avatar
79str8six
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 66
Likes: 0
coil,pickup,or module?

79 300 6 4x4 suddenly no spark
got power to igntion module and coil it cranks over all day, no start. when i hook test light to tach side of coil to check for a pulse while turning over engine and it does NOT pulse. i also note that AFTER the coil the test light is dim where on positive side of coil is bright and 12.4 on dmm. tried different coil and nothing, same thing. help
 
Reply
Old Apr 15, 2012 | 10:29 AM
  #2  
critterf1's Avatar
critterf1
Posting Guru
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,057
Likes: 2
From: Newport, N.C.
Sounds like the pick-up assembly.
 
Reply
Old Apr 15, 2012 | 12:44 PM
  #3  
gfw1985's Avatar
gfw1985
Cranky Old Guy
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,562
Likes: 6
From: Raphine, Virginia
To test distributor module unplugged. Between orange and purple it should read 400-1300 ohms. Between either and black wire, minimum 70K ohms.
 
Reply
Old Apr 15, 2012 | 06:53 PM
  #4  
79str8six's Avatar
79str8six
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 66
Likes: 0
indeed the pickup was the problem.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
hacksaw22
Small Block V8 (221, 260, 289, 5.0/302, 5.8/351W)
7
Sep 15, 2023 07:47 AM
NW 150
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Sep 3, 2015 02:00 PM
Stinky7-11
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
58
Oct 11, 2011 01:58 PM
Pickupman1979
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
17
Apr 11, 2011 11:50 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:17 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE