Diagnostic tools needed
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Diagnostic tools needed
Is there an in expensive engine scope or ? to pinpoint misfire or verify problems such as carbon tracking in opti.(92 LT1 c4) My thought is to verify operation of opti/dist.cap by observing firing order or multiple cylinders firing at same time.(ie carbon tracking) Is there any way to rule out opti before replacing to rule it out. Thanks.
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I found bad coils and misfires with this method.
Also,some parts stores,sell a tool the size of a Pen,and it will glow brightly or glow dim if theres a misfire or poor spark from a wire.It works similar to a timing light,but fits in your pocket.You simply touch the plug wire with the tool and it will glow bright or dim depending on the problem,if there is one.
Ask your local parts store for it,I forget the name though.
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Also,some parts stores,sell a tool the size of a Pen,and it will glow brightly or glow dim if theres a misfire or poor spark from a wire.It works similar to a timing light,but fits in your pocket.You simply touch the plug wire with the tool and it will glow bright or dim depending on the problem,if there is one.
Last edited by jrogensk; Aug 29, 2008 at 10:35 AM. Reason: fix quote
