C.C. Rider Posted September 1, 2017 Report Posted September 1, 2017 i want to check my 6 volt coil just to see what the readings should be. What should the resistance be on primary and secondary readings? Thanks Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted September 1, 2017 Report Posted September 1, 2017 depends on the secondary wire wrap count (output voltage capability) read this will give you a general idea of what you need to know and get you in the ballpark http://www.aa1car.com/library/ignition_coils.htm 1 Quote
C.C. Rider Posted September 4, 2017 Author Report Posted September 4, 2017 Where or what are some reliable places online to buy a good 6 volt ignition coil? Robert Parts has one for 40bucks. Are all 6 volt could the same or so they vary? Quote
greg g Posted September 4, 2017 Report Posted September 4, 2017 Check your area for tractor parts, lots of six volt tractors still working. However most unresisted coils prefer 6 volts input. That is why you see ballast resistors, and resistance input wires on 12 volt vehicles. The resistance feeds the coil less than the 12 volts available. So you can buy just about any coil as long as it is not internally resisted (many GM applications) it will happily work on six volts direct from the ign switch. Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted September 4, 2017 Report Posted September 4, 2017 get a 60/70's mopar coil with external resistor needed...they are still officially a 6 volt coil.. Quote
C.C. Rider Posted September 4, 2017 Author Report Posted September 4, 2017 What would a internal and external coil look like? Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted September 4, 2017 Report Posted September 4, 2017 you would be stressed to look at them and tell the difference in appearance. The GM style internal coil will have a resistor built into the bottom of the can and tapping it will sound hollow. Ask for an external resistor coil.....you will not need a HP one either, and if you opt for the HP coil remember to gap your plugs accordingly. External coil will have a primary impedance of 1.2-1.7 ohms depending on windings. The internal coil will have a 3.2 ohm plus or minus .4 ohms also depending on make and voltage output...if you still unsure, just go to the internet by way of your favorite browser and get up to speed on coils and their application. Way more there than most here will type...... Quote
greg g Posted September 4, 2017 Report Posted September 4, 2017 Usually they are labeled, stamped along with makers name part number etc. If it is not stamped, tagged or labeled it is not resisted 98.67% of the time. Quote
C.C. Rider Posted September 10, 2017 Author Report Posted September 10, 2017 (edited) Had a chance to take off the coil today and the numbers on the side are 1115328 Delco Remy Edited September 11, 2017 by C.C. Rider mispelling Quote
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