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Aug 30, 2020 | 06:41 PM

galeb124

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No spark

I've got a 79 f100 there no spark new distributor new coil new wires new plugs where do I look next
thanks

Aug 30, 2020 | 07:59 PM

v84960

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Look at the service manual. Stop throwing parts at it and get the instructions to troubleshoot it properly. Someone else here can probably point you in the right direction to get an online copy of the manual you need.

Aug 30, 2020 | 08:41 PM

Alex from GA

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Do you have 12v @ the + side of the coil when the key is on? Is the resistor wire(pink) open? Did you set the points? Are the points shorted somewhere? Change the condenser to a Ford product.

Aug 31, 2020 | 01:44 AM

Jerry Merrill

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Isn't this model a Duraspark ignition, check the ignition module box.

Aug 31, 2020 | 02:13 AM

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What is this new distributor? Things like this are usually installer error. Verify 12v at the positive on the coil. What most folks don't realize is power does not flow through the distributor, it is only a trigger to ground. That's why matching a coils resistance is important to not burn things up.