The plug gap for a 5.5 hp Tecumseh is .030 in.
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0.30?
The recommended gap is .025"
the gap setting is 50 55 no more.
That will depend on what spark plug brand you are going to use. For Denso K20ru11 or K20TRu11 the gap is already set (.44mm to 1mm). For NGK BKR6E-11 or BKR6ES-11 the gap should be .44 mm to .55 mm. For Champion plugs according to the Hayes Carina Manual it should be 1mm. NOTE: DO NOT adjust the gaps for iridium plugs!!!
.55 mm
.35 stock .40 to .55 aftermarket
I had the same Problem on my 94... try replacing the spark plug wires.
Hello, I had the same trouble with my 55 Chrysler. The motor had sat for 2 years prior to me buying it. Ichecked, and had power at the both coils, just one was not trigering. I tracked it to the points not snaping closed properly. I cleaned them up, and reset them and got the spark back. Good luck.
REMOVAL Always remove the ignition coil assembly by grasping at the spark plug boot, turning the assembly 1/2 turn and pulling straight back in a steady motion. # Prior to removing the spark plug, spray compressed air around the coil area and spark plug. # Remove electrical connector from ignition coil. On 3.5L engines, it is necessary to loosen the screws by alternating back and forth. Do not lose the spacers under the coil when loosening the screws. # Remove 2 fasteners from ignition coil. # Remove ignition coil assembly. # Remove the spark plug using a quality socket with a rubber or foam insert. # Inspect the spark plug condition. Always remove the ignition coil assembly by grasping at the spark plug boot, turning the assembly 1/2 turn and pulling straight back in a steady motion. # To avoid cross threading, start the spark plug into the cylinder head by hand. # 3.5L engines tighten spark plugs to 28 N
Gap should be 0.20 if you are regapping old points 0.18 Good luck!
are you getting spark?
No, I have a dynex 55 inch and 42 inch and only my 42 inch has digital optical plug in. No idea why the 55 inch dont have the optical plug in but it is BS!!
If your car is running well otherwise try replacing your spark plug wires. It worked for my 98 that was missing at highway speeds.