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Topic: Coils for points and non-points?
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Fastback68
Gearhead Posts: 1880
From: Sucat, Paranaque, Philippines
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 04-22-2003 09:03 AM
   
I'm confused. Back when I had points, I had a Mallory coil mounted on my fender apron. When I switched to electronic ignition, I kept the coil and it worked fine. Now, just to clean up the wiring, I've switched to an original-style coil mounted on the intake manifold. The dealer said could use an original Motorocraft coil for points, but he thought it was probably better to go with a mid-70s coil for breakerless ignition. And sure enough, there on the D5 coil it says "for breakerless ignition".
So what's the difference between a coil for points and a coil for electronic ignition? And will they both basically work with either configuration?
Thanks,
Simon
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 19964
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 04-22-2003 09:22 AM
A couple of differences. One is the output. Typically point coils put out less than 20kv and BEI coil over 30kv.
Also most point type coils are designed for 6 to 8 of primary voltage as the contacts cannot handle 12.------------------
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Fastback68
Gearhead Posts: 1880
From: Sucat, Paranaque, Philippines
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 04-22-2003 11:48 AM
Thanks  Glad to know I didn't waste my money!
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