Wiring to run engine on stand

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todd j

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I am at the point where I am ready to test run my engine. What wiring is needed to accomplish this task. I am running a 12V negative ground system with FS electronic ignition, alternator, and gear reduction starter. The engine was run for 3 hrs. when built for break in and dyno test. My thoughts on wiring is as follows:

1. Neg. side of battery to ground on engine
2. Positive side of battery to starter solenoid
3. Other side of starter solenoid to starter
4. Starter solenoid to ignition switch
5. Wire from distributor to positive + side of coil
6. Wire from distributor to negative - side of coil
7. Wire from distributor to ground
8.Wire from battery to battery terminal side of ignition switch with fuse ( as recommended by FS Ignition Systems
9. Wire from alternator to battery side of starter solenoid.

Is this all? Does this sound correct? Any ideas? Suggestions?

Thanks for your replies.
 

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Hand crank is not an option due to front pulley. I know I need ignition system. I was just curious if my idea of wiring is correct/ will work.
 
Welcome to the barn. I think your good. Might hook the coil to the distributor. You description seems correct to me. Of course I'm no expert and individual results may vary. That's a really nice looking mill. What are the specs? What's it going in? Is that an original Riley?
 
You have a coil there, so all you need to do is hook up the primary and secondary ignition, time the engine, and you should be good. Be sure all fluids are in!
Larry
 
Post that on the HAMB under the Banger Meet thread lots of knowledgeable 4Banger guys there. Electrical things are what keep most cars from running. Bob
 
A lot of us use the Model A ignition system, so can't comment on the FS ignition. I've never installed one, nor used one because the original is so reliable.

Also most of our cars don't have a starter solenoid, although that is very basic to wire up. As Vince said, that's all you need to run the engine, and I assume the FS came with wiring instructions.
 
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