1980 Other Volvo Models

1980 VOLVO
111,111 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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CARL OKAMOTO
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Are there different coils. I was told that I need to know if there is a resistor or not. What happens if I use the wrong Coil. This is on an old boat so disregard MODEL etc. I don't know what it requires. I want to know what the different outcomes may be. Thanks, Carl
Jul 19, 2008 at 9:15 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi Carl,

The difference is that ignition coils with a resistor are used for CB point distributors and if it uses a transistorised distributor, no resistor is required.

Wrong use of coils could result in shorter lifespan and damage to distributor.
Aug 16, 2008 at 5:16 AM
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