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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    Sounds like fun...I'm in :)
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    Much thanks for all the good advice here. Coil test showed no fault so decided to replace the condenser. Coil looked and tested excellent and condenser was brand new in set with points. New condenser was bad, now all is well. Especially pleased with the cardboard, wire and glue spark tester...
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    I cringe to belabor this thread, however do to Mr racerone's kind help and my need to solve this fault as cheaply as possible, I continue. My new spark tester's electrodes appear to be only around 1/16 gap; with this connected and engine running on #2, a hot, consistent spark shows on #1. So...
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    Ah...! Spark jump test is method for this shade tree mechanic :) Thanks so much.
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    I'm looking for your "own trouble shooting procedure" can't find it.
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    Both coils were removed to replace wires and carefully examined with no apparent fault. I get great consistent spark thru spark tester but have not compared to #2, will do that next. Long ago I had a great lesson about spark plugs. The engine threw good spark to plug, so did extensive...
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    1964 18hp spark fail #1 cyl

    I have read all post regarding this issue, but didn't find one like this one. Engine starts/runs good on #2. #1 fires very sporadically one bang at a time. New points, cond., coils may be original but look new and no cracks. New plugs and wires. Carb with new kit, new fuel pump. I was...
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