1988 GM OMC 5L points gap???

[hoytheld]

Hello all,

I have all the stuff to do ignition tune up....

what is the gap for the points?

thanks

 

[alldodge]

gap .016 to .019
dwell 26 to 31*

 

[Scott Danforth]

make sure to file the points with a points file or you can use your wifes nail file
use the gap as a rough set
use the dwell meter to get you dialed in

 

[hoytheld]

Do I need to file new ones before install?

make sure to file the points with a points file or you can use your wifes nail file
use the gap as a rough set
use the dwell meter to get you dialed in

 

[Scott Danforth]

Do I need to file new ones before install?

Its recommended

 

[Lou C]

the easiest way to do it is to hook up a dwell meter and a remote starter switch, crank the engine over while watching the meter, set it at the lower end of the dwell range because this equates to a slightly larger point gap; they will stay in spec longer.