Hey Jeff, check out the pertronix electronic ignition setup. replaces the points and condenser, fits entirely inside the distributor, costs about $75. You'll never have to bother with the dwell meter again Don (not a pertronix salesman, just a happy customer) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jeff Strickrott" <jstric01@CS.FIU.EDU> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 3:55 PM Subject: Tach/Dwell Meter Usage Question?
> Hi All: > > I just got a used Tach/Dwell meter from someone on ebay to do the points > on my 82 aircooled van. The dwell meter is electronic and works on my > Isuzu. When I connect it to the coil on the vanagon, I cannot start the > van. It seems to short or load down the signal. > > What gives? Is this an indication that the coil is going or that only > the older dwell meters can be used? Incompatibility with the AFC > L-Jetronic fuel injection system? > > Any suggestions would be appreciated. > > Regards, > --Jeff Strickrott > 82 Westy (Miami, FL) > |
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