jolty running engine
 

Hi, i have now replaced the plugs and leads but still get a jolty engine do i need to get points replaced with new electronic ones , what can it be causing this jolty engine , im hacked off with it , :( and so is my missus, please help us ,

Don't get frustrated--we've all been there. Just remember, attack only one component at a time.

Have you set the points? Replaced the cap and rotor?

Do you have an induction timing light? If not, get one. Clip the lead to each wire, one at a time, as the engine is running and see if the strobe is irregular and this can help isolate a misfire.

If all seem o.k., set your timing.

Once all this has been verified as good, move to fuel delivery. This is where a set of pressure gauges is needed. A very simple test procedure that will tell you: If the fuel pump is delivering enough pressure; if your cold start running is too lean; if your warm running is too lean--which can be the cause of your symtoms also.

Take a deep breath--it will get solved. Eliminate one variabe at a time. Finish out confirming the security of the ignition, then move ahead. Post often your results and what you've done. Lots of help awaits. Keep the Faith!

What year is your car? What engine? You may not even have points.