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Originally Posted by mgarblik
As best you can, try to follow the resistance wire from the ignition switch to the coil. If the car still has points, this wire is used. If it has been converted to Petronix, HEI or most other aftermarket ignitions, it is not used. It can get very hot and smoke if used incorrectly and carrying too much amperage. Worth a check.
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Mike,
Resistance wire is (should be) under the hood on this car.
Could have been key not all the way in run position and contacts just barely touching. Then got a tiny spot hot enough to vaporize old assembly lube.
Clay