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Originally Posted by Gasoline
Hello again!
Which is the best ignition coil for a Mallory 27 series (dual points)? I´m already using a MSD Blaster 2 with external ballast resistor, but I´m gonna buy an extra ignition coil/ballast resistor and keep it in the toolbag.
I was tuning the carburetor (during idle) yesterday and I noticed that my MSD Coil was getting quite hot (140 fahrenheit) and so did the condenser. Is that ok? The coil is placed in front of the engine, to the right side of the distributor.
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The MSD Blaster series coils ( # 8302,8303 etc) are designed for electronic ignition systems with current control, not for use with a point distributor.
They have a primary resistance of .7 ohms and draw high current. Even when used with a ballast they will draw excessive current causing the contacts to burn up pretty quick.
Thats the reason the coil is hot !! More than likely drawing 8 to 10 amps ...
