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1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

posted by  Boxcars on  Sat Jul 6 14:11 CST 2024
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When replacing the original coil,in my 71e,do I need one with internal resistor, or no resistor? Thanks, Joe








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    1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

    posted by  planetman on  Sat Jul 6 18:08 CST 2024
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    The original ignition coil is a 12v coil that does NOT need a ballast resistor.

    Be aware that some coils have smaller outer diameters, so you might need to wrap the coil with some closed cell foam or rubber to make the stock mounting bracket hold the coil tightly.
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    Eric
    Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
    Torrance, CA 90502
    hiperformanceautoservice.com or oldvolvosonly.com








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      1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

      posted by  Boxcars on  Sat Jul 6 19:23 CST 2024
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      I bought a NGK U1163 coil, which was supposed to fit, but when it came, printed on the front said, Internal Resistor. I have not installed it yet. And don't know if I should.








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        1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

        posted by  planetman on  Sun Jul 7 10:35 CST 2024
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        Since that coil indicates that it has an internal resistor, you don't need an external resistor.

        FYI, I can't remember ever seeing a coil marked that way so I can understand your confusion.
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        Eric
        Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
        Torrance, CA 90502
        hiperformanceautoservice.com or oldvolvosonly.com








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          1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

          posted by  Boxcars on  Sun Jul 7 11:46 CST 2024
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          Thanks for your help, I could be wrong, but I think that my car doesn't need the resistor feature.I have the b20e engine








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            1971 1800e coil replacement 1800

            posted by  planetman on  Sun Jul 7 12:50 CST 2024
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            I didn't say that you did need an external resistor.

            I would interpret the "Internal resistor" label on the coil you purchased as meaning that you don't need an external resistor!
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            Eric
            Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
            Torrance, CA 90502
            hiperformanceautoservice.com or oldvolvosonly.com







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