I have bought both of these Harbor Freight items and keep in the ER box. About $2 each as stated earlier. Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' 73 Beetle
On Tue, Mar 2, 2010 at 3:18 PM, Rob <becida@comcast.net> wrote: > A remote starter and the plug grounded on the engine will test the > system and that plug (without your little brother or MIL). If the > engine is running you can check the wires with the timing light like Jake > said. > > Remote starter > http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=35448 > > > Rob > becida@comcast.net > > > > At 3/2/2010 12:35 PM, Katy Hahn wrote: > >> 3 threads just today suggested that the spark be tested as part of >> diagnosing a non-start. >> >> Actually the traditional way to do this involves having a kid brother >> or possibly your mother-in-law hold the plug wire. Failing that, I >> use one of these: >> >> http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=4424 >> >> Pretty handy really. They go on sale often for about 2 bucks. Try it >> one time when all is well to get an idea what a strong spark looks >> like. >> > |
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