Quote Originally Posted by DennyW
If he's pumping 16 volts, you can count on the amperage not being correct.

((fords always fuse points which can really be a problem)). Only true if the system is not set up correctly.
yup like using too hot of a coil and cheap points... which is what a lot of people do... including me until i upgraded to electronic ignitions one by one on my cars... i've only got one that still runs points and its one i stuck an engine i found laying around in and am planning on selling....

and yes of course amperage wont be correct with 16 volts because the resistances aren't changing.... but incorectly testing for amperage is a good way to let the smoke out of your wiring