Excelent information! I have a question about the order of ignition wires. There is the numbers 1 3 4 2. So, we have to match the number of each wire with the number in the distribuitor? Can you explain that please?
Yes very important and that number is the firing order of the engine. As the distributor rotates, the rotor spins under the cap which allows the ignition coil to discharge though the plug wire to the spark plug in a cylinder. If your plug wires are not connected in proper order, the engine will misfire because the spark plug(s) will fire at the wrong time in the engine cycle. The engine wouldn’t run well or even run at all. If you’re replacing plug wires and haven’t done it before, I recommend only replacing one at a time to avoid getting them mixed up.
Great video - thanks! I have a 1979 230 C (Coupe, carb). Had the sparks changed recently. Purchased the sparks from a main dealer (Boshe). Since then, every now and then, when coming to a stop and at idle, car wobbles a little (almost like it skips a beat). Doesn't always happens and seems to drive without issue. I have a feeling either the sparks aren't gapped properly, or maybe the leads need changing out. I can't for a life of me find correct gap sizing online (or on any sticker on car). Not sure if you've worked on these non injected cars and whether you think i should be checking elsewhere. I have also recently purchased the dizzy cap and rotor arm too which i plan to change (not sure when last done)..
Unfortunately I have not worked on those cars, so I cannot confirm what the plug gap should be. However, if the problem only started when the plugs were changed, I would focus on the spark plugs first. If they are indeed the correct plug, then the gap could be an issue if it isn’t set correctly. I would consider measuring the gap they currently have and compare it to info in the video I posted. Adjust the gap if necessary. If it makes no difference, then put it back to the gap they were before.
Late to the party , glad I found your vids !, pik my 230e up in a week !, keep on going my man , I'm planning on doing my own servicing etc !😊
Wow very interesting! Thanks for sharing! Nice video! 😊👍
It's a good idea to use the special tool to remove the spark plug leads to prevent the wire separating from the boot.
If I had one, I certainly would!
Great video thanks
Glad you liked it!
Excelent information! I have a question about the order of ignition wires. There is the numbers 1 3 4 2. So, we have to match the number of each wire with the number in the distribuitor? Can you explain that please?
Yes very important and that number is the firing order of the engine.
As the distributor rotates, the rotor spins under the cap which allows the ignition coil to discharge though the plug wire to the spark plug in a cylinder.
If your plug wires are not connected in proper order, the engine will misfire because the spark plug(s) will fire at the wrong time in the engine cycle. The engine wouldn’t run well or even run at all.
If you’re replacing plug wires and haven’t done it before, I recommend only replacing one at a time to avoid getting them mixed up.
Great video - thanks! I have a 1979 230 C (Coupe, carb). Had the sparks changed recently. Purchased the sparks from a main dealer (Boshe). Since then, every now and then, when coming to a stop and at idle, car wobbles a little (almost like it skips a beat). Doesn't always happens and seems to drive without issue. I have a feeling either the sparks aren't gapped properly, or maybe the leads need changing out. I can't for a life of me find correct gap sizing online (or on any sticker on car). Not sure if you've worked on these non injected cars and whether you think i should be checking elsewhere. I have also recently purchased the dizzy cap and rotor arm too which i plan to change (not sure when last done)..
Unfortunately I have not worked on those cars, so I cannot confirm what the plug gap should be. However, if the problem only started when the plugs were changed, I would focus on the spark plugs first. If they are indeed the correct plug, then the gap could be an issue if it isn’t set correctly. I would consider measuring the gap they currently have and compare it to info in the video I posted. Adjust the gap if necessary. If it makes no difference, then put it back to the gap they were before.
Always install non resistor plugs in this engine.
Thanks for the tip!
Nice video, i have 85 euro model and a have few questions, let me know if i can contact you via email or whatever. Thank you.
You can find me on Instagram @dyleup and we can communicate there if you like. Cheers!
@@DyleupWestburn thank you, i will talk to you soon.