In another thread I have previously mentioned a no spark condition while cranking. Just got back from a business trip, so got to spend some time checking some things.

I re-wired some of my wiring during the winter as every time I moves some of the old wires, the insulation seems to crack. And I wanted to assure I was getting full 12+V at my Pertronix module (remove the resistor). In another thread I have mentioned I am having starting (no spark while cranking) issues. I measure less than 12V at the positive terminal (my DVM is jumping around, but is definately not coming up to 12+V) at my + terminal on the coil when cranking. I do measure 12+ volts at the coil when the switch is in the ON position. I rememember while researching that Ford ran a full 12V to the coil while cranking to aid in starting, & had an alternate circuit that included the resistor for less that 12V while ON. So I took out my resistor but have apparently also distupted the 12V at the positive terminal at the coil while cranking. I am thinking that I can tap 12V off the starter relay (I have the 4 terminal kind: Large terminal from the battery, two small terminals where the one nearest the battery terminal measures 12V while cranking, another small terminal, & the large teminal that goes to the starter). Does tapping off that 12V while cranking terminal direct to the coil + terminal make sense to you guys? I wanted some confirmation or advice before proceeding.

Thanks,

Brian - 56 T-Bird

Woodinville WA