Chris-laf 3 #1 Posted February 21 Looking for some ignition parts for 1969 wheel horse gt 14 I'm in search of an ignition coil as well as a pickup anything would be appreciated information on where I can find them or if you have one for purchase - thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #2 Posted February 21 You can post in our wanted section if the classifieds and that will get you. Maybe what you're looking for. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,508 #3 Posted February 21 1 hour ago, Chris-laf said: Looking for some ignition parts for 1969 wheel horse gt 14 I'm in search of an ignition coil as well as a pickup anything would be appreciated information on where I can find them or if you have one for purchase - thank you Unless you're specifically trying to keep original form you could likely change over to points for less money. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #4 Posted February 21 1 hour ago, rjg854 said: You can post in our wanted section if the classifieds and that will get you. Maybe what you're looking for. https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/classifieds/wanted/ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,243 #5 Posted February 22 The breakerless ignition is wonderful until it quits working, then it has to go. I wouldn't want to spend money and time on a half century old electronic part when I could convert the engine to reliable battery powered ignition with a coil. Check out this post. 2 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris-laf 3 #7 Posted February 22 56 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Unless you're specifically trying to keep original form you could likely change over to points for less money. What would be necessary to switch to points I'm doing my best to learn just recently got into tractors more specifically wheel horses anything helps thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #8 Posted February 22 2 minutes ago, Chris-laf said: What would be necessary to switch to points Not sure as I have never done this conversion but I can . You came to the right place to get answers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris-laf 3 #9 Posted February 22 1 minute ago, WHX?? said: Not sure as I have never done this conversion but I can . You came to the right place to get answers. So far I have definetly found great information just wish parts were easier lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,508 #10 Posted February 22 6 minutes ago, Chris-laf said: So far I have definetly found great information just wish parts were easier lol No worries on the parts really. Just need to get accustomed to looking at the right place. Take a look at the thread posted above. That'll show you what needs doing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,739 #11 Posted February 22 (edited) Have you tested the components. Coils are easier to find if that is the problem The tester is a couple of D cell batteries and old school flashlight bulb Edited February 22 by pfrederi 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris-laf 3 #12 Posted February 22 Haven't tested it quite yet what how would I need to run the batteries and flashlight bulb in order to check Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,243 #13 Posted February 22 12 hours ago, Chris-laf said: What would be necessary to switch to points I'm doing my best to learn just recently got into tractors more specifically wheel horses anything helps thank you First you should test the system you have to confirm it is in need of replacement as @pfrederi suggested. Follow the steps outlined in the attached information he gave you. You won't know what is good or bad without TESTING IT. If you need to replace the ignition system you would need an internally resisted ignition coil, ignition points, points push rod and a condenser. The post I attached to reply #5 covers the process step by step, take a couple of minutes and read it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,739 #14 Posted February 22 Tape a wire (blueline) to the batt + use the other end of it and the end of the black wire from the bulb as probes for the tests. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,062 #15 Posted February 22 (edited) I have that same breakerless system on my Bronco 14. The only time I had issues with it were when the very tiny tab on the bottom of the coil got corroded, weakening the contact from the trigger. A brass brush cleaned it up, and some CRC (or contact grease) kept it from coming back. That was several years ago. That tiny trigger contact on the bottom of the coil seems to be the weak point on these things. Make sure it's clean and the wire terminal is crimped so it fits snug. Good luck! Edited February 22 by kpinnc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris-laf 3 #16 Posted February 22 6 hours ago, pfrederi said: Tape a wire (blueline) to the batt + use the other end of it and the end of the black wire from the bulb as probes for the tests. Turn the engine over after connecting the blue wire and black wire to the coild correct and hope for the light to turn on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,739 #17 Posted February 22 (edited) Please read the directions this is done with everything disconnected and off the engine. You can damage the trigger if you do it incorrectly Edited February 22 by pfrederi 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
