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I got my first project car its a 1947 Nash ambassador, I am replacing all the wires because they are a mess, anyway my ignition coil is not working, it isn't reading on a ohm reader. I can not find an ignition coil that is like mine. It only has one post (believe it to be positive post# and is connected to my lock cylinder switch.# where key goes in#. can I use any ignition coil as long as it's for a 6 volt system, and what will I do as for as lock cylinder switch#keys). would like to stick with the 6 volt system if possible. from what I am told, probably not a great choice for my first project car, but she's pretty and I like her.
My stock answer for “where can I find….” Is to latch on to a copy of Hemmings Motor News, the old car hobbies classified bible. There are many companies that supply parts for old cars and you will find them in Hemmings. www.hemmings.com. If you cannot find a coil in Hemmings get back to me as I may have some other thoughts.
Brad
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Brad Sears
Expertise
All automotive including antique and collectible. However if the car has been modified I can only answer in general terms and maybe get you pointed in the right direction.
Experience
Automotive tech instructor.
Syndicated auto columnist 1970's though the early 1990's.
Syndicated auto radio talk show, Ask Brad About cars, CBS Radio 70's through 90's
TV Show "Last Chance Garage" 1980's PBS-TV syndicated.
Auto instructor for the following companies:
Fram
Autolyte
Holly
Carter
AMF
Ford Motor
University Of Conn
Blue Hills Technical School
Sugar River Technical Center
Grew up in a family garage in Needham Mass and turned wrenches from the age of 14.
Publications
Manchester Union Leader, Nashua Telegraph, Motor Service Magazine, Yankee Magazine, Popular Mechanics (Saturday Mechanic early 80's), Los Angeles Times, New York Times, and lots more.
Education/Credentials
More than I care to remember.
Basically Franklin Technical Institute in Boston, Northeastern University, Fitchburg State Teachers College, Tufts University, and a lot of factory schools along the way.
Awards and Honors
Moto Award winner. And much more.
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