Ok, so I have had my points crap out on me and I am going to install a new set with condensers. This is a straight forward process and I will do a write up on it later but it brought about this quick tip I thought I would share. I am in need of setting my timing and I don't have a timing light. What is a fellow to do? Well if you are poor folk like me you make one. All you need is two alligator clips (I got a six pack at the autozone for 3.99), a couple pieces of wire (I cut mine about 8 inches), a bulb (I stole my taillight bulb) and electrical tape.
Now take one bare wire and lay it out on the side of the bulb and tape in place.
Take the other bare wire and lay it across the bottom of the bulb and tape it in place.
Now use accordingly.
When done put your bulb back and toss the wires in to tool bag. You will always have a timing light/ test light when you are on the road. Total project cost was about 4 bucks or free if you got alligator clips sitting around.
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