Hi.. Just replaced the coil in the 454, and checked for 12 v between the + and -, and had nothing. I have 12 v from the + to the manifold tho.. Normal? No cont between the - post and manifold with the key on, but it's there with the key off.. Is this right? Thanks!

its fine , the - side of the coil is not a true refference point for ground.

Thanks!

this will tell you if its working ok...turn on the ignition on,,remove the coil wire from the dist,stick a screwdriver into the center of the coil wire and have a friend that knows nothing about cars or boats hold on to the metal part of the screwdriver,now touch the negitive side of the coil with a ground wire and if he gets knocked on his ass you know its working...

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