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Old Dec 6, 2024 | 03:48 PM
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Crank/No Start

I am chasing a crank/no start issue on the 302 I have in my ‘59 F100. Does anyone know how many volts I should have at the coil? I am showing just 7 at the coil, but the battery shows it’s holding over 12.
 
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Old Dec 11, 2024 | 04:20 AM
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You didnt mention if it was points or electronic ignition. a 302 wasnt offered in '59 so you have a conversion of some sort. Did the conversion also convert the coil to a 12 volt one? Its a lot harder to answer your specific situation not knowing what was done to your truck.
 
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Sorry about that. Yes, I have replaced the original 292 with a ‘69 302W. Also, I have replaced the points with a Pertronix ignition set. The battery is a new 12 volt.
 
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When did this start? Was it running with this set up and then next day no start?
Or did this start as you installed the Pertronix IGN?
If you put a little gas or spray starting fluid in the carb what happens?
Dave ----
 
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Test for spark
 
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Old Dec 14, 2024 | 11:07 AM
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Two main things will keep it from starting. GAS & Voltage. And the hunt begins.
 
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