----- Original Message -----
> I am confused by Jim's comment. The distributor definitely does make
> and break high voltage.
I'd not say so. The coil and points deliver a series
off discrete impulses. The distributor routes each
to the correct plug. The distributor never switches
hv.
> The center of the distributor cap is one high voltage connection
Which pulses on and off. In sync with the point cam below
and the plugs. cf as above.
> and then tie the outer spark plug wire connections
> together for the second connection.
One at a time. HV is at 'zero' as the rotor
makes and breaks each plug circuit.
> The distributor is designed to make and break upwards of 30KV.
I'd not say so.
best
dwp
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