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    correct magneto for a Pratt Whitney R2800-43

    We may have an extra DF-18RN (I believe) here. You can PM me thru this group. Is this for a runner? Or worse yet, for a flyer? Best, John
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    R2800 Coil specs?

    Daddio, Now I'm looking thru my Overhaul manual for A B series engines, and the only reference I see to a resistance is in the Magneto Test Procedure on pg. 1427 (manual part no 49656, dated July 1942). It says "COIL-Before installing the coils in the magneto, check the resistance of the...
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    R2800 Coil specs?

    Daddio, I'm looking at a CB manual dated August1950. Nothing specific seems to be listed. However, I'm remembering my basic electricity. Shouldn't resistance between the primary ground and the Primary + be zero, as would the leads of the secondary? Not open, but 0 ohms. The coils are...
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    R2800 Coil specs?

    Daddio, I've got a few manuals on hand and I'll try to get you a figure. Looking at the Service School Manual you are talking about American Bosch and Scintilla systems, correct? I envy you the opportunity to work on R-2800's, they sure seem like fascinating beasts to me. Get info for...
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