points
They are little metal contacts that help send the spark to the engine. They need to be replaced when they get worn.
Points are contacts inside a distributor that open and close to allow spark to reach the ignition coil. They wear out over time.
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"But the most likely is that your points are burned up. The points are burned up? I think this thing has points of condenser 73."
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"Of course, [1183.3s] I came on the distributor. So it's got points. And I got this flutter in it when I take off."
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"he's doing well he's top 10 in points right now i mean that's freaking great for perspective"
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The MuscleCar Place
Sparking Performance
Two Guys Garage Podcast
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NASCAR Weekly Podcast
Our 2026 Belgian GP predictions
P1 with Matt and Tommy
Ryan Blaney After Dark
Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX
Dale Jr.'s Epic 2001 Celebration & Dale Sr.'s Leadership Lessons
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