[AT] 6V vs. 12V ignition question

[DBigdog]

Condensor will not be affected by the 6 volt system difference.  The voltage 
spike across the condensor is actually much higher than that.  I would, 
however, be a little suspicious of the condensor as with today's quality 
control systems and manufacturing standards they tend to either be bad right 
out of the box or fail quickly.  If it does not fail quickly, it usually 
lasts forever.  Also, look for a pinched wire around where you were working 
when you replaced the condensor.  Also, as Mike said, clean and adjust the 
points.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rick Weaver" <Rick_Weaver at hilton.com>
To: "Antique tractor email discussion group" <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 10:27 AM
Subject: [AT] 6V vs. 12V ignition question


> Hi,
>
> I have a problem, and I haven't been able to diagnose it just yet, but
> wanted to ask a question.
>
> I have a 6V Ferguson TO-35 that is giving me fits.  I replaced the
> condenser last week and it fired right up.  Now it doesn't even cough
> and try to start.
>
> As I said, I haven't diagnosed anything (not even to see if the coil is
> sparking).  And I'm at work now so cannot go tinker.
>
> The question is: is there a difference between the condenser for a 12V
> system and one for a 6V system?
>
> The TO-35's went through a 6-12 V modification halfway through MHF's
> production, and I wonder if NAPA's crossref doesn't take this into
> account.
>
> Thanks for any help you can provide,
> Rick
>
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