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by ironhorse
Sat Sep 03, 2011 11:59 am
Forum: Help
Topic: Issues with sparkplug
Replies: 7
Views: 7290

Re: Issues with sparkplug

OK first things first...

When you look at the plug to see if you get a spark is it properly grounded? Are you turning the engine over with the starter cord or just by hand?

Are you trying to see a spark in very bright sunlight?

Did you buy a complete replacement HT lead, or did you make one up ...
by ironhorse
Sat Sep 03, 2011 11:35 am
Forum: Help
Topic: Issues with sparkplug
Replies: 7
Views: 7290

Re: Issues with sparkplug

My serial number is FP1387BB6.

Ironhorse
by ironhorse
Fri Sep 02, 2011 5:27 pm
Forum: Help
Topic: Issues with sparkplug
Replies: 7
Views: 7290

Issues with sparkplug

Hi all,

I am totally new to a boat engine, I was given a seagull 40 plus engine. I have had to replace the HT cable and sparkplug so far as I found the cable was broken, but was unsure about the plug.

I am now at a point where I have 3 spark plugs (1 is the original and it is all rusty and 2 new ...