CDI Parts

rl29

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I got a 1987 125 Force motor. I have a coil that is sparking across over to the block when I pull the plug wire off. Is this normal? And if bad can I use a CDI Coil and be alright. Thanks for any input.
 

CBU

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Mar 6, 2003
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Re: CDI Parts

One Last Cast:<br /> I have the same engine-last year my #3 coil began to leak and ignition would break up w/acceleration.At night/low light you could see spark leaking from casing.When you say w/wire disconnected-does it spark from plug wire?..or from coil itself?Coils that exhibit leakage are failing.Could you try under normal operation w/low light and observe?Are you having trouble and if so how does the plug for that coil appear after operation?As far as replacing with Thunderbolt(CDI-?) coil versus our Prestolite unit-I'm not sure but,would like to know.What coils/module do you have-blue/black?Service manuals specify blue modules must use blue coils and black coils w/blue module will diminish voltage and service life.Check it out and keep posted!
 
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