[craigknight]

I have a 1984 380SEC, the last time I drove it, it developed a serious engine problem. It went from driving normally, to losing power and won't idle, sounds like it is running on about 6 cylinders. Fuel seems fine, not sure where or what to look at next. I am thinking an electrical issue, but some ideas would be good.

Thanks

 

[jhodg5ck]

Start by checking wire/plugs/cap/rotor...the basics.

This is also a common descriptor of what Can happen when a car jumps time.

How many miles on your 380?

 

[craigknight]

I should have said, in the last couple of months I replaced the rotor button and cap, plugs and leads. The car has done about 205,000 kms.

 

[jhodg5ck]

You might want to take a look just to be Sure.

Has the timing chain rails/tensioner etc been done yet?

I'm wagering you have a dual row chain in your 380.

If ignition checks out I would do a compression test next.

 

[mramay]

Or it could be dirty gas resulting in a clogged fuel filter and injectors. Pull the plugs and read them. Which cylinders are FUBAR??

 

[jhodg5ck]

he can read the plugs while he's taking a compression test..;-)