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Low87 · 11-11-2003, 11:58 AM

As those of you that know me know, I don't know anything about mechanicals, you know?

Anywho, truck is still giving me problems. Right now it's sitting while I hope the gas tank and foam is drying out the last bit of water.
My Dad said his boat acted similarly. Right now mine will run great in the morning, then by 11:00 I'm lucky to make it home. Doesn't make sense, since I have a sump and it should draw the water first. Anyways, he said the problem with his boat when it acted like that was something with the coil. So, do 87s have a coil?

*gn4u2c* · 11-11-2003, 01:40 PM

if it runs it has a coil

lukecp · 11-11-2003, 01:41 PM

Yes they have a coil. It has been awhile since i messed with a TBI motor....but i remember the coil being seperate from the distributor and is connected by a coil wire. I think they are about 2" in diameter and maybe 3" long or so.

*gn4u2c* · 11-11-2003, 01:43 PM

it's the square part bolted on top of the round thingy sticking out of the back of the engine on the 3-4 inch shaft ..

*gn4u2c* · 11-11-2003, 01:44 PM

if yours is not there follow the wire in the center it will lead you to it I have seen 87's both ways

*1FaastC10* · 11-11-2003, 02:10 PM

actually, 87 had a funny ignition system. there was a little 6" tall man that lived in the air cleaner housing. he would run around when you would start the truck, and ignite every cylinder with a match. so no, you shouldnt have a coil. :p

Low87 · 11-11-2003, 03:14 PM

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Originally posted by 1FaastC10
actually, 87 had a funny ignition system. there was a little 6" tall man that lived in the air cleaner housing. he would run around when you would start the truck, and ignite every cylinder with a match. so no, you shouldnt have a coil. :p

That explains a lot then, mine must be looking like Mike by now....

**swervin ervin** · 11-11-2003, 07:19 PM

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Originally posted by Low87

That explains a lot then, mine must be looking like Mike by now....

Now, what exactly does that statement mean?

You don't want me to come out to Oklahoma and teach you to respect your elders, do you? :p

Does my truck have a coil. What kind of stupid question is that?

Does it have an engine?

TIMSPEED · 11-11-2003, 10:14 PM

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Originally posted by swervin ervin
Does my truck have a coil. What kind of stupid question is that?

Hmm, have you tried replacing your rotor button? (Little carbon piece that connects the coil to the rotor.)

Low87 · 11-12-2003, 10:42 AM

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Originally posted by swervin ervin

Now, what exactly does that statement mean?

You don't want me to come out to Oklahoma and teach you to respect your elders, do you? :p

Does my truck have a coil. What kind of stupid question is that?

Does it have an engine?

Bring it on OFC prez! While you're here you can help me out with a few things on my truck. Bring some wood for a console and your tools.

Now are you starting to get an idea of how little I know about engines? Scary that I installed that fuel cell myself and rebuilt the TBI....

Low87 · 11-12-2003, 10:43 AM

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Originally posted by TIMSPEED

Hmm, have you tried replacing your rotor button? (Little carbon piece that connects the coil to the rotor.)

Does my truck have a rotor?

I'll check that while I'm under the hood, if I can find the latch.

LOHRTBT · 11-12-2003, 10:57 AM

LMAO!!! OWn3D By Swerve!! lol

Izzy · 11-12-2003, 10:57 AM

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Originally posted by Low87

Does my truck have a rotor?
I'll check that while I'm under the hood, if I can find the latch.

Good luck dipstick.

11-11-2003, 11:58 AM	#1
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	does my truck have a coil? As those of you that know me know, I don't know anything about mechanicals, you know? Anywho, truck is still giving me problems. Right now it's sitting while I hope the gas tank and foam is drying out the last bit of water. My Dad said his boat acted similarly. Right now mine will run great in the morning, then by 11:00 I'm lucky to make it home. Doesn't make sense, since I have a sump and it should draw the water first. Anyways, he said the problem with his boat when it acted like that was something with the coil. So, do 87s have a coil? __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

11-11-2003, 01:41 PM	#3
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Yes they have a coil. It has been awhile since i messed with a TBI motor....but i remember the coil being seperate from the distributor and is connected by a coil wire. I think they are about 2" in diameter and maybe 3" long or so. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

11-12-2003, 10:57 AM	#12
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	LMAO!!! OWn3D By Swerve!! lol __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

11-11-2003, 01:40 PM	#2
gn4u2c Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: southern pa Posts: 698	if it runs it has a coil

11-11-2003, 01:43 PM	#4
gn4u2c Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: southern pa Posts: 698	it's the square part bolted on top of the round thingy sticking out of the back of the engine on the 3-4 inch shaft ..

11-11-2003, 01:44 PM	#5
gn4u2c Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: southern pa Posts: 698	if yours is not there follow the wire in the center it will lead you to it I have seen 87's both ways

11-11-2003, 02:10 PM	#6
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,400	actually, 87 had a funny ignition system. there was a little 6" tall man that lived in the air cleaner housing. he would run around when you would start the truck, and ignite every cylinder with a match. so no, you shouldnt have a coil. :p



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