Lack of Power

Well I fix one problem and another pops up, so here we go. 87 5.0 now has little or no power, it happened before but the graphite post was messed up, I replaced the Dist Cap and rotor and fixed it for about a week and now the same symptoms are back, when you rev it up it has a funny sound almost like it is not getting enought spark and it will start to flood down and stall at idle. Help again!

thanks

Ira

did you check the coil out?

Well I fix one problem and another pops up, so here we go. 87 5.0 now has little or no power, it happened before but the graphite post was messed up, I replaced the Dist Cap and rotor and fixed it for about a week and now the same symptoms are back, when you rev it up it has a funny sound almost like it is not getting enought spark and it will start to flood down and stall at idle. Help again!

thanks

Ira
I am not sure what coil out is but the wires are connected, could the coil be going bad and can this be checked?

thanks

Ira

I am not sure what coil out is but the wires are connected, could the coil be going bad and can this be checked?

thanks

Ira

that's what I menat, have you tested the coil, yes it can be done, you'll need an ohmeter. if not available or you're not sure how, a reputable parts store could help you out. but it is rather easy to do on your own.

Is your timing outta wack? You could loose alot of power if your timing is retarded.

I think that was covered that in a previous thread?

I think that was covered that in a previous thread?

I know and thats the thing I havent checked yet, but would the power come and go? Also it is burning the inside of the New Dist Cap and Rotor contact points, I just put on about a week ago,along with Wires and plugs.

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Could also be bad coil, or a bad wire giving you that burning. Check all the wires, especially the coil wire to see if its old, and or has corrosion in the boots.

did you check the coil out?

what he said

what he said
I might just replace the coil. Anyone of you have a good coil, I dont need High performance just something decent and a little hotter than stock?

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check the ditributor to make sure its tight.if its not then it will turn when the engine revs.if the timing isnt right then engine temp will make a difference in power.ive found that detonation is more likely once the engine warms up.id replace the cap again but with one from Accel.theyre about $25 and theyre as good as any other brands.the accel coil is probly $50 or $60 but its worth buying and is great for stock or performance engines.checkin to make sure its the coil first would be the smart move tho.