Vintage Alfa Romeo Shutdown Due to Ignition System Failure

Perform a spark test by disconnecting a spark plug wire and holding it near a clean engine ground while cranking. A weak or absent blue spark confirms an ignition system fault, such as a malfunctioning ignition coil, condenser, or distributor rotor.


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Replace and Adjust Breaker Points
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Replace the Ignition Condenser
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Clean or Replace Distributor Cap and Rotor
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