Re: [omc-boats] Ballast resistor wanted!

Thanks, I'll try your idea's.
Mike

> From: <lib1@...>
> Reply-To: omc-boats@...
> Date: Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:26:15 -0600
> To: <omc-boats@...>
> Subject: Re: [omc-boats] Ballast resistor wanted!
>
> Hi Mike,
>
> There's nothing "marine-rated" or special about the GM ballast resistor used
> on our boats to knock down the "running" voltage to match the requirements
> of the 6-volt coil. (The resistor is by-passed only when starting for a
> fatter crank-over spark). You can get another suitable ballast resistor at
> any NAPA or auto parts place for any 55 - 75 (pre-HEI) GM (12-volt) car. I
> wouldn't fight trying to get the old one out, just wire the new one up and
> mount it somewhere conviently close by.
>
> Lee
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mike Sweeney" <mike.s.sweeney@...>
> To: <omc-boats@...>
> Sent: Monday, April 25, 2005 5:55 PM
> Subject: [omc-boats] Ballast resistor wanted!
>
>
>> I'm looking for a ballast resistor to replace the one in my 1968 Johnson
>> Reveler 155. (if I can ever get the old one out! Any suggestions on that?
>> I
>> tried an impact screwdriver, but couldn't get a good swing with a hammer
>> at
>> it). I figure I'll try one more summer to get this boat running before I
>> give up & put it back on the market.
>>
>> Still looking for a windshield as well.
>>
>> Mike
>>
>> See attached pics.
>>
>
>
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