How much does a stock coil put out?

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  1. borjawil

    borjawil Member

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    I am changing my points to a pertronix EI on my 72. I will also be replacing the coil and have seen aftermarket ones with 40-45k output. Just wondering what a stock coil puts out and if the difference is noticeable between the two.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    don't know the output but I ran a stock coil with my... pertronix...on my 347...:thumbs2:
     
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    If you're not running high compression, leaner mixtures, very wide plug gaps, or serious modifications, the stock coil is sufficient. The peak KV is almost never realized during normal driving. The petronix by itself is a great modification.

    If your coil is good, keep it, even if you upgrade. Aftermarket coil quality can be questionable at best.
     
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    Stock cannister style coils, produce approximately 30,000 volts.
     
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    gotcha okie dokie. Thanks!
     
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    if you want to know exactly...pull the coil wire from the dist, stick it to your tongue and have someone turn the engine over. tho this way you may not remember how many...:Handshake
     
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    Yep and then try it with a performance coil and let us know if any difference at all. :rofl2:
     
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    if you want to know exactly...pull the coil wire from the dist, stick it to your tongue and have someone turn the engine over. tho this way you may not remember how many...:Handshake

    Yep and then try it with a performance coil and let us know if any difference at all. :rofl2:

    then write a tech article. pics would be funny...errr appreciated
     
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    maverick75 Gotta Love Mavs!

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    What do you mean by "stock" ?

    Like the original one that came with the car, or a parts store replacement?

    Also stock as in a "points" coil or "electronic coil"?
    I don't know if there's a difference but they're marked differently.
     
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