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LakeErieFishing · 09-06-2016, 12:45 PM

We can try an alternate fuel source but the engine is acting wacky only after it gets warm. We've been told by a few folks that electrical issues can cause this to happen. Maybe it is fuel delivery but there is a definite correlation between the engine and electrical system getting warm and the issues popping up.

The coil is good, the electronic ignition module is good. The spark plug wires and primary coil wire from the distributor are older wires, at least 20 years old so that might be part of the issue (arcing when they warm up). The ignition switch and wiring could also be causing the issue when those wires get hot - so others have advised.

At this juncture we will triple check the fuel system to make sure the vent hose is clear and the fuel line isn't collapsing. Also, might go ahead and change plug and distributor to coil wires. I can hot wire the engine to by pass the ignition switch. I don't like doing that but if the switch or wiring is the cause that will show it.

Suggestions beyond how I intend to trouble shoot?

09-06-2016, 12:45 PM	#5
LakeErieFishing Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 42 Thanks: 10 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Engine cutting out We can try an alternate fuel source but the engine is acting wacky only after it gets warm. We've been told by a few folks that electrical issues can cause this to happen. Maybe it is fuel delivery but there is a definite correlation between the engine and electrical system getting warm and the issues popping up. The coil is good, the electronic ignition module is good. The spark plug wires and primary coil wire from the distributor are older wires, at least 20 years old so that might be part of the issue (arcing when they warm up). The ignition switch and wiring could also be causing the issue when those wires get hot - so others have advised. At this juncture we will triple check the fuel system to make sure the vent hose is clear and the fuel line isn't collapsing. Also, might go ahead and change plug and distributor to coil wires. I can hot wire the engine to by pass the ignition switch. I don't like doing that but if the switch or wiring is the cause that will show it. Suggestions beyond how I intend to trouble shoot?