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Old 11-27-2019, 08:36 AM   #13
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Default Re: 12 volt coil with resistor

In 12V electrical systems with breaker point ignitions, ignition coils start the vehicle on 12V through the coil, and the resistor drops the coil to 6V to 8V once the engine is running.
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