COIL 12 VOLTS DODGE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
COILS FOR 12-VOLT SYSTEMS
RESISTOR NOT REQUIRED
1. DO NOT INSTALL these coils on 12-volt systems equipped with a resistor or with resistance built into the wiring harness.
2. SELECT THE RIGHT COIL by referring to the application guide in the catalog.
3. COIL POLARITY MUST BE CORRECT. If the negative battery post is grounded, the coil terminal
marked (-) must be connected to the distributor. If the positive post is grounded, connect the coil marked (+) to the distributor.
4. All connections must be clean and tight. Make sure the coil high tension wire is firmly seated in the coil tower and the spark plug wires are firmly seated in the distributor cap towers
Ignition Coil 12 Volt
With Internal Resistor
Ignition coil for 12 volt electrical system. Suitable for Dodge WC series vehicles converted from the original 6 volt to 12 volt. Fitted with internal ballast resistor for extended life of the points.
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Voltage 12 volt |
Type With internal ballast resistor |
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Application 12V conversion electrical system |
Connection Standard primary + secondary |
Features
- 12 volt ignition coil with internal resistor
- Suitable for 12V conversion from 6V system
- Internal ballast resistor protects points
- Replacement for original Auto-Lite coil
- Ready to fit
★ Replica of the original Auto-Lite ignition coil, manufactured for modern 12 volt conversions of WWII Dodge military vehicles.
Application
For use in Dodge WC series vehicles where the electrical system has been converted from the original 6 volt to 12 volt. Originally, nearly all WWII Dodge WC ½ ton (1941-1942), ¾ ton (1942-1945) and 1½ ton 6x6 (1943-1945) had a 6 volt system. Exception: some late WC51/WC52 (from late 1944 onwards) and Command Cars with radio installation (WC8, WC16, WC25) had 12 volt from the factory.
Installation notes
Note: when converting to 12 volt, all bulbs, the regulator and possibly the fuel gauge must also be adapted. This coil has an internal ballast resistor — do NOT use an external resistor. Primary connection (+) to ignition switch, secondary connection to distributor. Check polarity: 12V system is negative earth.
Compatibility
ONLY for vehicles converted to 12 volt. Does NOT fit original 6 volt systems — use the 6 volt ignition coil instead. Coil can be used with original Auto-Lite distributor (IGC-4703 or IGC-4801), only the condenser must also be replaced with 12V type. Also compatible with electronic ignition systems such as Pertronix.
Historical context
Most WWII Dodge vehicles left the factory with 6 volt electrical systems. After the war, many vehicles were converted to 12 volt by various armies to standardise for radio equipment and improved starting performance. These conversions were carried out using both WWII 12V components and later civilian parts.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
