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Post by Guldner Tue Oct 03 2023, 08:58

Years ago the transformer from a flori tube could be used to create a spark to use on our engines. This would also be used along with a battery not necessarily a 12 volt source. Problem is, I can’t remember how to wire it up Embarassed
Any of you peeps can guide me please?
Meanwhile I’ll keep searching
Thank you in advance

G Cool

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Post by Guldner Tue Oct 03 2023, 09:30

Oops
Doing a bit of searching….. the setup is for low tension internal igniter ie Amancos…
You get a spark across the points no a spark plug 😉

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Post by blue cat Tue Oct 03 2023, 19:05

Indeed for use with low tension ignition systems only. It's not a transformer either (as there is no secondary coil), it's a choke (sometimes called a ballast, or inductor).

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Post by chrismac Fri Oct 06 2023, 22:09

Depending on what you want to get running you can also use an automotive coil and a battery on a magneto thats got a dead coil if thats something which will help you out.

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Post by Guldner Fri Oct 06 2023, 23:22

Thank you Christmac👍

That’s exactly what I’m using on a shaft Lister D😎….which I want to know what a correct shaft coupling looks like 😉

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