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I want to send a coil to Skip for a rebuild. The phone number I have for him does not work.
Can anyone tell me if he is still rebuilding coils? Thanks! |
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There's a couple of numbers in this link.
https://skipscoilsandpumps.com/contact-us |
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That is a scary thought. As far as I know he is the only one who can do what he does with the coil, and I believe he has kept it a closely guarded trade secret. Wonder if he has been training someone to take over his business when he wants to retire?
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Frequent problem in this 'hobby', NO apprentists to take over. Newc
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Spoke to Skip a few weeks ago. Here is his # 941-505-9085
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941-637-6698 says your call cannot be completed as dialed.
I also sent him an email this morning. |
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I'm happy to report that I spoke to Skip on the phone this afternoon. All is well with him and he's still rebuilding coils. The current price is $120, includes shipping.
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Good to hear. Thanks for reporting back.
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He usually replies to emails at 6 am ish.
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What is good or different about Skip's Coils as compared to a stock 6V coil?
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Skip uses only the best materials. Cuts no corners. He has become, by years of practice, the "King of Coils".
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The main thing is that his are essentially new. Ford coils deteriorate over time. I'll bet there aren't more than a handful of original coils running, if any.
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As others have said, I hope that Skip eventually passes the rebuild information onto the next generation when the time comes. I have a good idea what he is using. I would like to see the process of opening them up, cleaning them and installing the new coil inside. |
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It would be an interesting story for someone to write about. I believe it was his late friend who used to post here as "GM" that convinced Skip to set up to rebuild water pumps and coils. George (GM) was a very innovative guy and there are many members from Florida who knew him that are still on here I believe.
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Thanks for the explanations.
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