Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

petryshyn

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Re: Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

While anything can be done with some effort, it is difficult to test a power pack off the engine, as it require a source voltage, trigger voltage and an appropriate load. Simple ohmmeter tests can be performed while off of the engine, but the results are not definitive. Some manufacturers make a specific test module to check stand alone power-packs, but its not feasible to purchase for just personal use....
 

1946Zephyr

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Re: Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

I would just get a spark tester.
 

ba_50

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Re: Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

I was wondering if the pros had equipment to do it.
 

AlTn

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Re: Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

cdi would be a good source to ask....seems like I've read they have a test service for a fee...
 

ba_50

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Re: Can a power pack be tested off the motor?

That's good to know. Got rid of the headache yesterday. Down to one 16' pontoon boat now.
 
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