Recently started work on restoring (to running use) a 1976 B that had been converted to 2 HS4 carbs. I replaced the Opus ignition with a Crane XR700 unit but have some questions.
I recently read that when the distributor is replaced the rotor would be pointing at approximately 1-2 o'clock at TDC on #1 cylinder. When I replaced the distributor my rotor is pointing more toward 11 o'clock! I've not been able to get it started other to experience an "almost catching" of cylinder fire right when I turn off the key. I don't have any banging like would be expected if I had the firing order messed up (1-3-4-2), it just won't catch.
Can anyone help me out with the rotor orientation thing or starting problem. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
Forgot to mention, that I have tried to restore all the emission control equipment to about the 1974 level, the only thing not on is the catalytic converter which might be expected on a 76 single carb auto.
Thanks /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cryin.gif
I recently read that when the distributor is replaced the rotor would be pointing at approximately 1-2 o'clock at TDC on #1 cylinder. When I replaced the distributor my rotor is pointing more toward 11 o'clock! I've not been able to get it started other to experience an "almost catching" of cylinder fire right when I turn off the key. I don't have any banging like would be expected if I had the firing order messed up (1-3-4-2), it just won't catch.
Can anyone help me out with the rotor orientation thing or starting problem. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
Forgot to mention, that I have tried to restore all the emission control equipment to about the 1974 level, the only thing not on is the catalytic converter which might be expected on a 76 single carb auto.
Thanks /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cryin.gif