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Old 07-29-2003, 06:36 AM
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Default Timing Light Hook up

Where is a good spot to pick up 12 Volts for the Timing light . Jumper cables from the Battery . Hot Post on Back of Alternator .????
This is on a 81.
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Old 07-29-2003, 06:45 AM
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Default Re: Timing Light Hook up (Yeller81)

The post on the alternator is easier, just be careful..
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Default Re: Timing Light Hook up (Yeller81)

:iagree: I put a short lead with a female plug socket on that hot post, and the matching male plug on my timing light. There's a dummy rubber plug that keeps dirt out when I don't need to use the socket. :seeya
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Default Re: Timing Light Hook up (Gator81)

:iagree: I put a short lead with a female plug socket on that hot post, and the matching male plug on my timing light. There's a dummy rubber plug that keeps dirt out when I don't need to use the socket. :seeya
My light has aligator clips on the leads so I just clip it on. Easier in my opinion.

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