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Originally Posted by hpk 53
Ing resiator # 2 instaled new resiator what is the coil volts is it 6v or lower .
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If the engine happened to stop with points open, voltage at the coil will just be battery voltage, 6.0-6.5 volts. That tells you nothing. Bump the starter one time to get the points closed and take another reading.
The ignition resistor produces a 3 volt drop. So depending on your battery condition, you should measure voltage at the coil about 3.0-3.5 volt.
Later with engine running, points open 20% of the time, the averaged voltage at the coil will jump up to about 4 volts.
BTW, don't forget to turn-off the ignition switch after each test. While engine is stopped with points closed there is maximum current is flow. Can cook that little coil.