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Old Nov 3, 2021 | 10:57 AM
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I have a 1968 C3 with 327 engine. When I went to start the car today there was no electrical power when I turned the key to the Start position. I checked and the battery was showing 12.5V but I couldn't get any electronics to work. Several weeks ago I had to install a new coil, but the car has run perfect since then (5-6 one hour rides). Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Thanks, but it turned out to be a loose ground wire at the battery. I didn't notice it when I checked the voltage. After writing the thread I went back and found the problem.
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Thanks, but it turned out to be a loose ground wire at the battery. I didn't notice it when I checked the voltage. After writing the thread I went back and found the problem.
good on you.
thanks for the update.
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