I finished the wiring and tested for spark. So far, so good…
nice blue spark.
I’ve read comments in the past about not testing outboard
coils with lead acid batteries for fear of toasting the coil,
and suggestions of using a 9v transistor battery, etc.
Now, I’ll be running said motor on a lead acid battery.
If the motor accidently gets left (not running) with the points contacted,
is it going to toast my coil?
Many a car “back in the day” was left not running with the key on,
and usually only suffered a dead battery the next day and maybe
burnt points, but don’t remember the coils getting ruined…… but
then again, those coils probably had heavier windings?
I guess my concern would mostly be with trying to start the motor,
failing to do so, and having the points make contact while rewinding the rope.
Prepare to be boarded!