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Old 03-23-2026, 10:18 AM   #10
SkylarknMerc
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Default Re: Stock coil with a Vintage Mallory distributor

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Originally Posted by tubman View Post
No. The ballast resistor has nothing to do with the distributor. It has to match the coil .You want 3 Ohms totals resistance on a 12 volt system.

If you don't already have a Multi-Meter, get one and familiarize yourself with it's basic functions.

It's a valuable basic tool in your arsenal.
Sorry I said that wrong. I understand, I need to use a Ballast resistor no matter wat with a 12v coil, and I need to run 3ohms resistance coil.

Thanks 😊
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