bigtime_mcalpine
Regular Contributor
Alright, this is I think a pretty basic question but I want to make sure I “get” ignition points.
I’ve seen a few instructional videos were points are adjusted using a continuity tester. You hook it up, make sure it goes from infinite resistance to a value when it crosses timing marks. Makes sense.
I’ve seen other instructional videos where all the person does is measure spacing at each point at high point on crank. Set them to 0.02 (or whatever spec calls for) and then you are done.
What I’m confused about is whether one method is a substitute for the other or whether setting the points is step 1 and then fine tuning with continuity test is step 2.
Thank you for any info you can provide!
I’ve seen a few instructional videos were points are adjusted using a continuity tester. You hook it up, make sure it goes from infinite resistance to a value when it crosses timing marks. Makes sense.
I’ve seen other instructional videos where all the person does is measure spacing at each point at high point on crank. Set them to 0.02 (or whatever spec calls for) and then you are done.
What I’m confused about is whether one method is a substitute for the other or whether setting the points is step 1 and then fine tuning with continuity test is step 2.
Thank you for any info you can provide!