Disconnecting the coil
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Disconnecting the coil
I want to disconnect the coil so that I can prime the oil pump without the engine running. Since the coil is built into the distribitor cap, how is this done?
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (BIG K)
I want to disconnect the coil so that I can prime the oil pump without the engine running. Since the coil is built into the distribitor cap, how is this done?
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Or you could always remove the coil itself, just four screws plus the wires I mentioned.
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (BIG K)
Pull the single red wire (white clip I think) off of the cap and you'll be good to go. How are you going to prime it, using the starter motor? If so pull the plugs so that its much easier on the motor.
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (70ZZ3 96LT4)
I guess I'm just lazy about doing more work. Doesn't the same pressure happen when it's just hard to start? Normally does't more pressure exist because of detination?
Just trying to expand my knowlege and of course not hurt the car! :yesnod:
Just trying to expand my knowlege and of course not hurt the car! :yesnod:
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (BIG K)
Scorp is right; think of the compression ratio. Compression accounts for most of the pumping work done by the motor in the compression phase of the cycle. Of course during the charge burn phase cylinder pressure takes a large jump upward.
Pull the wires from the side of the dist to prevent a spark. Also pull the two Injector fuses to prevent fuel from entering the cylinders during cranking. No need to wash them before it starts.
Pull the wires from the side of the dist to prevent a spark. Also pull the two Injector fuses to prevent fuel from entering the cylinders during cranking. No need to wash them before it starts.
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (BIG K)
Thanks for the idea. How is it easier on the motor(starter?).
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Re: Disconnecting the coil (Ski2Tee)
I think we have a mix-up in terminology. Using more traditional definitions to clarify, removing the plugs makes it easier on the engine (no pressure on rotating assy) , the starter motor is not a concern.