Recent content by johndduvall

Katy, if you want your point contacts to align perfectly, order the 12160-X Point Block from Snyder's. I've ordered new points from two different sources and neither had the correct arm length. Both were too long. I believe the only source for new points is in Mexico and they refuse to...

This WAS the cause. While repairing the fuel gauge, I moved the light wire to the output side of the ammeter and all is well. Thanks 'mcgarrett' and other replier's for your help. John D.

I ordered a set of points from NAPA (CS30). They are made in Mexico and are the same length as Snyder's. My original (correct) points are on the left in the photo. Maybe Mexico is the single source for (incorrect) ignition points? John D.

Not yet. Will investigate further when the panel is removed for speedo calibrating. Thanks, John D.

It has the A-11575-EMA RE-POP ignition switch. Thanks, John D.

Marshall, I was referring to my car with that question. I just went out and turned my key on and then the instrument (twist) light. The body fuse didn't blow and the amp meter indicated a slight discharge. Thanks, John D.

Thanks for the info. John D.

Marshall, if a short was occurring in the light, would it still burn bright or not at all? Also, if left in that position, wouldn't the 40A body fuse blow? Thanks for your reply. John D.

I acquired "Tinker" about a month ago. I've been sorting things since that time. It came with a 12v negative ground system. While test driving the other day, I twisted the instrument light on and the engine began to quit. Turned it off, the light went off and engine came back. Before I take...

I did mention the screw to Kevin. He said it would be checked along with adding the disclaimer to the points description. John D.

Just ordered a set and will let everyone know if they are correct. Thanks for the info! John D.

Was it threaded to the head with no gap? The price seems reasonable. Thanks!! John D.

I thought about that. Maybe use a little JB Weld between the flat washer and head and use a thinner lock washer? Currently, I'm using the old screw by itself. It seems to secure the cam okay. Does anyone else use just the screw? I'm going to request that Snyder's have their vendor...

Thanks for saving me a trip to ACE. Snyder's screw measured at .323" and I wrongly assumed that is was close enough to .310 (5/16th) although .015" difference is a lot. My thread gauge didn't have 30 TPI and it seem liked 28 TPI was close. Guess it was just wishful thinking that it was a...

I believe the pan head, slotted machine screw is a 5/16-28 x 1/4". It's been my experience that machine screws are completely threaded. Going to ACE hardware later and see if I can find one. Thanks everyone for your replies.