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Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2022 2:06 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
wesk,
i replace the noise filter capacitor which is externally on the distributor and to which an electric cable is connected
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Dec 18, 2022 2:34 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi, and thank you all for all the advice received
finally after replacing the primary capacitor on the distributor the engine started.
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 2:57 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi west
I know that perhaps you are tired of answering me, but have you read my request ?
advice ?
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Dec 10, 2022 5:34 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi wesk,
I tested the coil also between B and C but the result is always the same : open ( no reading )
Am I unlucky to have both coils broken.....?
and where can I buy a coil that is valid ... ?
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Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Dec 10, 2022 1:14 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
I followed your procedure exactly, disconnecting the 2 wires before testing,
but I have to try between B and C....
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Dec 09, 2022 10:46 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Today I checked the coil with VOM digital test and the following results:
primary : 6,9 ohms
secondary ( between B and D ) :open ( no reading )
then i tested a second coil and the result is the sam ... |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Dec 08, 2022 12:08 pm Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi Ron,
I still have to check bright blue spark across from the cable to the engine block ( new spark plugs ) but in any case how do you check the coil with the tester ?
batteries fully charged
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Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Dec 08, 2022 7:19 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi all,
the problem comes back : hard starting to cold engine
Could it be a bad coil ?
how is it measured ?
also how can I measure the speed of the starter to exclude it as the cause of a slow cr ... |
Topic: M38A1 steering knuckle flange oil seal |
giacomo
Replies: 4
Views: 2394
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Dec 07, 2022 1:48 am Subject: M38A1 steering knuckle flange oil seal |
Hi Wes thank you for reply
so to remove the old grease, must the knuckle be completely disassembled periodically ?
And how much should I put inside ?
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 steering knuckle flange oil seal |
giacomo
Replies: 4
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Tue Dec 06, 2022 3:59 pm Subject: M38A1 steering knuckle flange oil seal |
Hi all,
I'm replacing the steering knuckle flange oil seal and I kindly wanted to know if there is oil or grease inside the axle housing
in the latter case should it be inserted inside the hole in ... |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2022 2:48 pm Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
I also did this test, I disconnected the electrical cable from the wiring harness receptacle and with ignition switch on and measured the voltage: 24V......
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2022 11:13 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi RonD2
M38A1 original with original carburetor rebuilt 3 years ago and original 24V electrical system
unloaded the old gasoline from the tank and filled with fresh fuel
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2022 8:23 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
yes it worked regularly before, and I already cleaned the contacts on the breaker points....
thank you
Giacomo |
Topic: M38A1 crank but not starting |
giacomo
Replies: 33
Views: 8000
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2022 2:37 am Subject: M38A1 crank but not starting |
Hi all,
here I am with another problem
after two years in which the 1954 M38A1 has stood still, now it no starting
crank but not starting.....
the gasoline reaches the carburetor, but by disconne ... |
Topic: M38A1 parts |
giacomo
Replies: 2
Views: 2179
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Jun 24, 2022 2:31 pm Subject: M38A1 parts |
Hi RonD2
thank you very much for answer
Giacomo |
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