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The PO installed a new aftermarket clock/tach in my 1969 Superbee. I verified the connections to be correct but it still does not function. On the back are some nuts marked with a ‘G’ by each one. Is this for a ground? Do I need to run a wire from one of these posts to a ground connection? Thanks.

From what I have read, the second field connection on a dual field alternator must be grounded in order to charge the battery correctly. Where would be the best place to run the ground wire? Can I just connect to the case of the alternator?

At the battery terminals I get a voltage reading of 13.3 when fully charged. When the car is running I get a reading of 12.8 volts. I turned off the car and got a reading of 12.8 volts at the field wire with the key turned on. I have a new alternator, new engine compartment wiring, new voltage...

I need to set the timing on my stock 383. The specs call for 5 degrees BTDC. I see the line in the middle with the hole which I assume is TDC. What is the degree of each line before or after the zero mark? Should the timing be above the zero mark at around the first line? Right now it is 12...

Got the engine to finally want to start but once it started and I released the key very loud whining grinding noise coming from the engine. I assume it is the starter still being engaged. The directions state ‘if the starter makes a high pitched whine after cranking as the key is released then...

I changed out the fuel tank the fuel pump and starter. Had the carburetor rebuilt and just added fresh fuel to the tank. The car turns over nice and fast for about 20 seconds or so then just suddenly stops as if I turned it off. I then recharged the battery and attempted to start again. The same...