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Ballast Resistor

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Shadow, Sep 20, 2010.

  1. Sep 20, 2010
    Shadow

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    I have been searching the old posts but am still confused. Do I need to install a Balast Resistor if I am using a coil with an internal resistor? I keep frying the points.
     
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    timgr

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    Re: Balast Resistor

    No. But make sure you really have a coil meant to be used with no external resistor. Adding a resistor won't hurt anything; it will give you less voltage at the plugs, but it'll work ok IME.

    The condensor is responsible for preventing arcing across the points (and preventing multiple triggers). Also, points don't last forever.
     
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  3. Sep 20, 2010
    Shadow

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    Re: Balast Resistor

    O.K. Thanks !!!:
     
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    Walt Couch

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    The condenser value for the F134 is .25-.28 microfarads. It is different for the V6 Delco although the condenser looks the same and will connect up.
     
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