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Old 04-04-16, 02:31
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Breakdown of the coil. Classic example. Old coils start to act up when hot and then work OK when cold until they are hot again.
Ford flatheads with the divers helmet dizzy are notorious for this one.
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Old 04-04-16, 02:42
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Yes, I would check Chris's suggestion.
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It could be with more ethanol in today's fuels it's boiling off causing the dreaded vapour lock
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Old 04-04-16, 06:50
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Hanno change the coil and fuel filter first then go for a drive.
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Old 04-04-16, 13:09
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If you remove the engine cover , then run the engine until it gets hot and the problem happens again. Then, remove a spark plug lead and get somebody to hold the lead near an earth approx. 5-6mm away , turn the engine over and look for a spark from the lead to earth . At least you can work out if its a weak spark problem . Mike
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Old 04-04-16, 16:17
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I'd bet on the coil. They did that quite regularly. Most people carried a spare coil.
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Old 04-04-16, 22:23
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No one has mentioned the condenser, they can give similar symptoms when they break down.
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Old 04-04-16, 22:37
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Thanks all for the tips!
  • Coil was new Bosch 6V approx. five years ago, so unlikely to go but will check (will not be before the end of this week).
  • In-line disposable fuel filter is changed regularly, but will check again.

Other options:
  • What about a bad condenser?
  • Distributor cap: arcing inside the bakelite parts?
Methinks the distributor has to come off for an inspection.

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