I noticed when I set the dizzy I didn't notice a ground. If memory serves there were just three wires in the dizzy (I can check tomorrow when I do the intake gasket).
Should I tap the upper side of the dizzy and attach a ground?
Thanks,
Jim
I noticed when I set the dizzy I didn't notice a ground. If memory serves there were just three wires in the dizzy (I can check tomorrow when I do the intake gasket).
Should I tap the upper side of the dizzy and attach a ground?
Thanks,
Jim
No ground should be needed. It will ground to the engine thru the housing and/or hold down bracket. I've never had a problem, even with the gasket used between the dizzy and timing cover. You can install one if it makes you feel better, it won't hurt.
Bob
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Thank you very much.
Also, make sure you have a good ground strap from the frame to the engine.
Some people add a ground to the black wire between the dizzy and the Duraspark box for added assurance.
Last edited by msalaba; 03-13-2011 at 03:24 PM.
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I have one going to the dash as well, I might need to run tone to the gas tank/windshield wiper cause it won't work and w/a the POR-15/Paint, well ................. all stainless steel couldn't find copper bolts big enough.
Jim,
Hope you sand away all the paint behind those grounds!!!!
Larry The Old Rugged Crosser
in a Old Rugged Cross'en 72 CJ-5
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Are these enough grounds :)
Hum, thanks Larry, I did it about 1.5 yrs ago on the build but I will double check, the stud is just a grounding point/tie-in and the firewall is a self tapping SSteel. I'll double check the engine/starter. Thanks again :)