1300 not sparking

[mk1nova_rich]

Just tested HT lead with a screwdriver onto engine and not getting a spark. I did have one briefly earlier as the engine started then cut out and hasnt started since.

I am getting voltage to the coil as the rev counter needle moves as the engine turns on the starter. What could be the problem?

[brainsnova]

is the gearbox earth strap in good condition? a quick way is to put a jump lead between the earth on the battery and the other end on the engine block.

[mk1nova_rich]

how much difference will this make as im not actually sure i have a gearbox earth strap on it

[pikey1986]

dodgy(sp) earths can cause no end of problems

[brainsnova]

in order to get a good spark you need a good earth and without the gearbox earth strap you'll be getting toiling.

[Royston]

Possibly the module in distributor could be dead, symptom is no spark, happened to me twice

[Bubba]

mine did this...but i just hit all the ignition stuff with a bar n it worked fine since :/

[mk1nova_rich]

right it is getting a spark, just, plugs are drenched in petrol :( gona charge battery overnight and let plugs dry out and give it another go tomorrow. Dizzy was out so not firing allowing pots to fill up