1988 "CC" Colt / Junior thru 8 Models Service Manual, P/N 507659, Page 130Get this manual
Magneto Testing Test Equipment To determ ne accurately the condition of components of the ign ition system, an ignition tester should be usedWithout the use of test equipment; coils, condensers, or point assemblies may be replaced needlesslyA wide variety of ignition testers are available from various manufacturersIn addition, some automotive testers having the proper specifications can be usedDetailed instructions for the use of any tester are provided with the unit; therefore, only general information is given hereRefer to the manual of the ignition tester you are using Specifications will vary between testersAll components of the ignition system should be checked, even though replacing part seems to have corrected the trouble For example; replacing points may have increased spark, but further improvement might be realized if condenser is found to be weak and is replacedRefer to page 3-10 to test the ignition coilBreaker Point Cleaning 1After extensive service, the breaker points may become worn, dirty, or out of adjustmentInspect the breaker assemblies for corrosion or unusual wear Questionable breaker points should be replacedCheck action of the spring and free movement of the breaker arm DO NOT change breaker arm spring tension2Dirt, foreign particles, and oil are very detrimental to contact performanceThe oils and acids from person 's hand, even though clean, can cause contact resistance Oil deposits on the points will cause them to burn out after very short period of operation If points need cleaning, use alcoholNEVER FILE POINTSreplace them3To remove any trace of dirt from contacts, insert strip of bias tape dipped in alcohol and work it up and down between the pointsRepeat entire cleaning procedure for second set of pointsBreaker Point Test