6 hp Chrysler (sea king) intermentent ignition problem

[kawaboy-zx11]

Hi, i have a 1970 6hp seaking made by chrysler, i can get it running in my barrel real good sometimes, and then all of a sudden it dies and when i check it i have no spark. what would cause the spark to just stop while its running? Thanks, Dennis

 

[Frank Acampora]

Re: 6 hp Chrysler (sea king) intermentent ignition problem

Pull the flywheel, check the points, and check for broken or frayed wires shorting against the flywheel.

Bad condensers will cause intermittent running and spark loss but they can not be tested. Replacing them is no guarantee that new ones will cure the problem, but they are relatively inexpensive and worth the try.

 

[kawaboy-zx11]

Re: 6 hp Chrysler (sea king) intermentent ignition problem

thanks for the info, i just found the problem. the flywheel key sheard off... i thought it seemed easier to pull i dont want it to break again...does anyone know the tourqe lbs for the fly wheel nut? and just to let people know...if you break the flywheel key just go to a small engine repair shop. i got mine for 50 cents Thanks, Dennis

 

[Frank Acampora]

Re: 6 hp Chrysler (sea king) intermentent ignition problem

According to Clymers: 4.4-8HP flywheel nut torqued to 40 Ft. Lbs.

 

[kawaboy-zx11]

Re: 6 hp Chrysler (sea king) intermentent ignition problem

According to Clymers: 4.4-8HP flywheel nut torqued to 40 Ft. Lbs.

Thank You Very Much For The Info! This site Rocks! Dennis