[T2] weak spark

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On Mon, 20 Jan 2014, Mike Benthin wrote:

> Could be resistance in ignition on curcuit (long route from battery to key

have start relay so this "should" not be a problem.

> and back) or starter drawing too much current to give you much ignition (+)- 
> try a jumper wire (alligator clips on each end) between battery positive and 
> + contact on coil.

will try this next day it stops snowing or raining or zero degrees 
outside.

>  Other choice (which we have on Nyssa's bus to direct 
> route after a hot no start) is the direct wire from solenoid contact to 
> battery- we keep it wire nutted at end in engine compartment- to start, 
> connect the jumper, touch the battery, and start!  Also good for single 
> person to check for spark.

have something similar already permanently installed which has been how I 
have been checking the spark

thanks
stay warm

Bob