off topic 351 windsor problem! help!
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 467
Likes: 0
From: northwest
off topic 351 windsor problem! help!
ok, I know you all are good with ford motors. and the 351 board is kind of lacking in that dept. and I need help fast!
I let my truck sit for a month. ran great when I parked. now it wont start.
its getting no spark, it just cranks and cranks.
only one coil wire is hot when the ignition is on. I know it used to be hot on both wires last time it ran.
I used to have a problem with my ground strap, but that is resolved, I checked that first! but now only one side of the coil is hot.
if it helps any, its the left side of the plastic clip that is dead!
any help? suggs?
thanks so much! sorry to interrupt aero talk.
I let my truck sit for a month. ran great when I parked. now it wont start.
its getting no spark, it just cranks and cranks.
only one coil wire is hot when the ignition is on. I know it used to be hot on both wires last time it ran.
I used to have a problem with my ground strap, but that is resolved, I checked that first! but now only one side of the coil is hot.
if it helps any, its the left side of the plastic clip that is dead!
any help? suggs?
thanks so much! sorry to interrupt aero talk.
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 1,041
Likes: 1
From: Orland USA
I guess the 1st thing to ask is what year model is the engine. I know that the 289, 302 & 351 Windsor is all the same engine with a few differances.
Try removing the Dist. Cap turn on the key then use a screwdriver and see if you get a spark when you open the points. Also you can take off the Coil and using steel wool clean the coil and holder to make sure it's making a good ground contact.
I have had a wire come loose on the back of my ign. switch in my 68 Mustang that would let the engine turn over but wouldn't fire. Hooked it back and the car fired right up.
Try removing the Dist. Cap turn on the key then use a screwdriver and see if you get a spark when you open the points. Also you can take off the Coil and using steel wool clean the coil and holder to make sure it's making a good ground contact.
I have had a wire come loose on the back of my ign. switch in my 68 Mustang that would let the engine turn over but wouldn't fire. Hooked it back and the car fired right up.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 467
Likes: 0
From: northwest
finally got it running, the butterflys on the carb were slammed shut. I proped them open with a screwdriver and the engine came to life. I dont know how or why it happened. but I thought for sure it was an electrical problem since the engine wouldnt even sputter.
I thank everyone in the numerous boards here for your help in solving this gremlin!
I thank everyone in the numerous boards here for your help in solving this gremlin!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
J.McConnell
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
16
Jul 29, 2014 05:50 PM
dave.s3693
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
16
Aug 18, 2012 01:48 PM
MIKES 68 F100
FE & FT Big Block V8 (332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410, 427, 428)
7
Feb 12, 2011 06:48 PM
79F-1504x4
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
10
May 28, 2010 09:39 PM
77460f150
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
12
Jan 30, 2005 05:40 PM
