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Originally Posted by hb32
I have replaced the engine with a 59a and there is no resistor at this point. Researching to see if I need one and many opinions with the 6 volt positive ground. Am I able to take the present ammeter out of the system to get it running? Do I need the resistor?
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The '32 V8 used a resister and I assume the vehicle the 59a came out of did also. That tells me to use a resister. The Model B did not use a resister but that is a different electrical system. It is my understanding that omitting the resister will burn out the coil.
Another topic. If you have a generator that puts out more than 20 amps I would recommend adding a shunt across the ammeter to take some of the amperage (see photo).
Charlie Stephens