Low voltage at coil issue

jrspawn

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Well, i have been having a problem with the engine missing under WOT or acceleration under a load. I have replaced the distributor cap, plugs, wires, fuel filter, and checked the anti syphon valve. Still the same issue.

What i did find tonight is the coil positive side connection only shows about 10ish volts while running. And if i use the trim, tabs, or blower(andthing electric) the voltage drops even more. My batteries are showing 14v while running.

Tonight i tried unplugging the electric choke and the voltage then jumped up to 12-13v at the coil positive side, but still shows a drop to about 11ish when an electric load is put on it.

Any ideas of what may be going on here?

The engine is a 454 with a thunderbolt 4 ignition system.

Thank you
 

Alpheus

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Re: Low voltage at coil issue

You should check your fuel pressure before jumping to the conclusion that its an electrical issue.but, if you still believe its electrical. Wire your choke open,unplug it and run it.
 

jrspawn

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Re: Low voltage at coil issue

Fuel pressure is a good 7-8 psi. There is no backfiring/lean/rich conditions. Just straight up dropping out, similar to a two step dropping ignition.
 
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