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Old 09-07-2020, 07:43 PM   #29
GB SISSON
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Default Re: over heated coil

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Originally Posted by Teltruck View Post
Took the measurement on my 49 Ford and it read 11/2 Amps and not the 3to4 Amps as stated in the prior posts. What does that indicate? Positive Ground System with original coil and distributor. Thanks! Stay safe.
Bob
teltruck, obviously by now most here will know I am certainly no electrical guru. but I think since it has the resistor and is six v, that is the correct reading for your vehicle.
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