"It's not a heap, dad. It's a classic." That's harder to justify when your classic muscle car won't start. Nothing like a high-compression V8 combined with a battery that hasn't seen a charge for a ...

Coil packs play a pivotal role in your vehicle's ignition system, but what exactly are they, and how do they work? Here's ...

In order to realize maximum engine performance, your ignition system must be in top operating condition. While aftermarket electronic replacement systems are best, older point distributors can still ...

All gasoline engines require an igniter to light the air/fuel mixture in the cylinders to produce horsepower. This device is the spark plug, and the system that works with it to produce the sparks, ...

Just like spark plugs, ignition coils can wear down and become faulty over time. There are many common signs that an ignition coil is getting bad, but one obvious sign is an engine misfire, typically ...

The demands for better emissions and fuel economy in the mid 1970s necessitated leaner fuel mixtures. These leaner mixtures required greater voltage and more spark to ignite. This challenge led GM ...

Q:I have been a longtime subscriber and only recently I was finally able to purchase my dream car, a 1970 Corvette convertible. I drive my Corvette most every weekend and have enjoyed every minute ...

When General Motors introduced the High Energy Ignition (HEI) distributor in the mid-1970s, it was revolutionary. So much so that it still has a strong following among today's hot rodders. Like other ...