Why is there no ignition coil on Indian chief?
There is no ignition coil and none needed because a magneto sits atop the oil pump where the distributor used to go. So the engiine needs no battery to run and the lights will work (not very brightly) if you keep the RPM’s up when stopped, But maybe he overcomes this by using a capacitor to store electricity.
Where is the generator on an Indian chief?
The generator and regulator had been moved under the custom oil tank which sits where the generator used to go.The generator now is located where the battery used to go. Do not know where the battery went. There is no ignition coil and none needed because a magneto sits atop the oil pump where the distributor used to go.
What kind of coil does an Indian 6 volt use?
A 6 volt system reguires a 1.8 Ohm coil in all cases. A 12 volt system should have a 3 Ohm coil, and I have found the best coil for a 12 volt Indian to be the Bosch “Blue” VW Beetle coil (# 9 220 081 083-74U ). They are a true 3 Ohm coil, and cost around $28.00 at European auto parts stores.
Which is the worst ignition on an Indian car?
The factory 6 volt Coil/points ignition is the worst ignition that an Indian can have (except for the factory magnetos, which are even worse!).
The factory 6 volt Coil/points ignition is the worst ignition that an Indian can have (except for the factory magnetos, which are even worse!).
A 6 volt system reguires a 1.8 Ohm coil in all cases. A 12 volt system should have a 3 Ohm coil, and I have found the best coil for a 12 volt Indian to be the Bosch “Blue” VW Beetle coil (# 9 220 081 083-74U ). They are a true 3 Ohm coil, and cost around $28.00 at European auto parts stores.
What’s the correct ignition timing for an Indian?
Timing: Ignition timing is very important, and most people don’t pay attention to correct timing. The factory stamped their flywheels at, or near 38 degrees advance with a ($) sign. The 80″ers were even above 40 degrees!
Who is Indian ignition and what kind of generator do I Need?
“Indian” Frank Vandevelde (1-618-937-4979 [email protected]) can rebuild an Autolite generator, or do the 12 volt conversion for you. He does very good work. I have seen VW 12 volt generators, as well as small Japanese alternators used, but I still prefer the “Cycle-Electric” unit.