no spark on 2, 4, 6 cyl? good advice for old 66 950 inline 6?

[johnny howe]

the motor runs but there is no spark on 2 4 6? any ideas?

 

[bktheking]

Re: no spark on 2, 4, 6 cyl? good advice for old 66 950 inline 6?

Pull the cap and check for wear, look at the trigger as well, could be cracked- if it's got one.

 

[Jake_MN]

Re: no spark on 2, 4, 6 cyl? good advice for old 66 950 inline 6?

This might be useful

http://www.outboardignition.com/tips.asp

 

[CharlieB]

Re: no spark on 2, 4, 6 cyl? good advice for old 66 950 inline 6?

Dual point distributor, one set of points failing, poor contact or gap incorrect.