So I picked up some used tune-up equipment. The timing light flashes an orange-red colored light, which I had the devil of the time seeing anything in the little window to the flywheel. Any advice? The dwell meter really helped get the points working spot on.
I used to have one of these old timing lights. I marked the indicators with chalk and made it a lot easier to see.
Those orange-red (actually neon bulb) timing lights are real hard to use except in total darkness (can be hazardous to your health). They are not "powered" by the battery of the vehicle, but instead depend totally on the spark to make them light.
Thanks Bill - I thought there had to be a better strobe, but wasn't quite sure. I'll make a trip over to Bob's until I can find a better light.
Larry Either set the timing after the sun goes down or find an old bicycle box and drape it over the hood to get enough shade . Work carefully as you're near rapidly rotating things that will yank you hankless before you can say ' Oh ~ ' I use / like / HIGHLY recommend SEAR's Craftsman brand inductive one ~ mine has been in continual Commercial Service for 30 years now... I see them on Flea-Bay for $25.00 or so . new is $56.00 IIRC ~ well worth the $ .
Old is good That's all I have is a 30 year old inductive Craftsman, always worked just fine. I'll have to check and see but I may have an extra in my "dear old dad's" stuff here too. Bob
My 35+ year old Craftsman inductive light was a birthday present from my Dad. Then he'd borrow it from me any time he needed one. Still works well.
