Reply To: Cold Solder Joint – Cyl 1 Coil

[John Gragg]

I should have been more clear. The joint is loose and ugly. When I press my probe to it firmly, the joint moves. It has pock marks and a rough surface. In my experience, a good solder (like the one on my other coil) is smooth and shiny. This one is a prime example of either a cold solder or a dirty solder. Possibly a contaminated attempt at a solder or a ‘fix’. After my post I did more research a finally found a picture of what these coils looked like before they were connected to the plug wire. As aquasonic mentioned above, the ‘button’ is likely my issue. Since the solder moves, I’m assuming the button is damaged and moving as well. The reading fluctuated so badly I’m pretty sure this coil is toast. That said, I have a quality soldering iron and will be attempting a repair today. I will ask here, but will also start a new thread. Anyone have any experience with sourcing new plug wires?

P.S. just today realized using the ‘reply’ button notifies the respondent of my reply. Does it notify everyone who replied to me, or just the person that I used the reply button on?

Thx!

John Gragg
RIverside, CA

Just starting in the hobby, please be patient.

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