Weird no start problem
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From: Easton,Ks
PIP is just a name given to the signal train leaving the Distributor and has the same function as the old pick-up coil in the Duraspark II system or the points in and even older Ignition system.
The hall effect PIP sensor (transistor switch) inside the distributor is mounted on the stator and responds to a rotating metallic shutter on the distributor shaft and produces a digital PIP signal. This signal provides base timing information and is an indication of engine speed (rpm) and position. Note that since the shutter is mounted on the distributor shaft, two revolutions of the engine crankshaft are required to fire each spark plug once. This is because the distributor rotates at half the crankshaft speed.
PIP: Profile Ignition Pickup.
Provides camshaft position information for ignition synchronization.
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The hall effect PIP sensor (transistor switch) inside the distributor is mounted on the stator and responds to a rotating metallic shutter on the distributor shaft and produces a digital PIP signal. This signal provides base timing information and is an indication of engine speed (rpm) and position. Note that since the shutter is mounted on the distributor shaft, two revolutions of the engine crankshaft are required to fire each spark plug once. This is because the distributor rotates at half the crankshaft speed.
PIP: Profile Ignition Pickup.
Provides camshaft position information for ignition synchronization.
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5th Wheeling
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It was definitely the PIP sensor. The new distributor came today (RockAuto was real quick, thankfully) and it fired right up. The SPOUT is still disconnected and I assume I'll leave it this way until I can get the timing perfect back to where it should be. I'll need to get a hold of a test light first or maybe just take it to the garage for this. I'm done with auto stuff for a while.
Thank you all so much for the time you've put into helping me. Thank god for forums like these. If you all want to PM me your address I'll mail you a 6 pack!
Thank you all so much for the time you've put into helping me. Thank god for forums like these. If you all want to PM me your address I'll mail you a 6 pack!
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5th Wheeling
Joined: Aug 2016
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I plugged the spout back in and will try and get the degree set soon. Thanks for the help!
I actually just grabbed the cheapest distributor from Rock Auto:
WPS / POWER SELECT DST2891
It was only $67. I understand you get what you pay for but I couldn't justify $100-$300 on a decent one. Hey, as far as I know this one will last me as long as I keep the truck.
I actually just grabbed the cheapest distributor from Rock Auto:
WPS / POWER SELECT DST2891
It was only $67. I understand you get what you pay for but I couldn't justify $100-$300 on a decent one. Hey, as far as I know this one will last me as long as I keep the truck.
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