crazycars Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 I've been reading about the post war Lincoln Continentals with the V12 motor and I've seen posts about ignition coil rebuilding at a cost well over $200. What is so special about these coils and why can't ordinary 6v (?) coil(s) be used? All answers appreciated! (prices on ignition rotors are crazy , too!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_Mereness Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 Crazy distributor set up on the Fords & Lincolns of the period Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19tom40 Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 The coil assembly for the small V-12 (Lincoln Zephyrs and 46-48 Lincolns) is mounted on top of the distributor. There are 2 coils inside the assembly, 6 cylinders per coil, so the price of rebuilding is about twice the price of rebuilding the 32-41 Ford and Mercury coils. Ordinary 6 volt, positive ground coils can be used with an adapter plate and mounting arrangements. Mounting the coil on the distributor gives a stronger spark because you do not have the high tension cable loss that is present with remote coils. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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