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1Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Wed Dec 19, 2018 4:28 pm

highflyer

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Hi all, on removing the ignition coils on my 86 K100 RS project build, I noticed that one is cracked - presumably this coil will need replacing? They seem to be quite expensive, so was wondering if they can be repaired? The affected coil is the forward coil for cylinders 1 & 4. The other coil seems to be fine. Thanks in advance for your feedback 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil 112350

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2Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Wed Dec 19, 2018 4:44 pm

Dai

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I'd say that's been dropped. As you're in GB and subject to the same amount of skyp!ss that I am, I'd replace it. The chances are that the sealant around the internal windings is also damaged and once water gets in there (as it will), you'll be stranded in the most inconvenient place possible. Check ebay; if you're in no hurry coils do come up relatively cheaply. I got a pair for £30 after I'd dropped one and smashed the HT terminal off it.


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1983 K100 naked upgraded to K100LT spec after spending time as an RS and an RT
1987 K100RT
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1978 Moto Guzzi 850-T3, 1979 Moto Guzzi 850-T3 California,1993 Moto Guzzi 1100ie California
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3Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Wed Dec 19, 2018 4:54 pm

duck

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It may have just cracked from age. It's 30 year old plastic that's been exposed to heat and vibration.


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Current stable:
86 Custom K100 (standard fairing, K75 Belly pan, Ceramic chromed engine covers, paralever)
K75 Frankenbrick (Paralever, K11 front end, hybrid ABS, K1100RS fairing, radial tires)
86 K75C Turbo w/ paralever
94 K1100RS
93 K1100LT
91 K1
93 K75S (K11 front end)
91 K75S (K1 front end)
14 Yamaha WR250R
98 Taxi Cab K1200RS
14 K1600GT
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4Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Wed Dec 19, 2018 8:28 pm

Rick G

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That is similar to age related cracks I have seen over the years with those black coils.


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5Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Wed Dec 19, 2018 11:04 pm

Waz

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I went through a few second hand ones before getting some new red tops. A mechanic told me you can repair them with nail polish.


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6Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Thu Dec 20, 2018 7:36 pm

yamaguzzi

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There is a marine product called "Glove It " that is a slow drying penetrating epoxy that would probably seal that up nicely .   Gloveit Epoxy     If the coil is still in good working order this would fix that crack and seal it up tight.


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7Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Thu Dec 20, 2018 11:53 pm

Point-Seven-five

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I would suggest sealing the crack with whatever you like and beginning a search for a set of the later version.  In the years I've been hanging around here I've seen a fair number of those early coils have problems and require replacement.  Personally, I wouldn't trust them anymore.


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Present: 1991 K100RS "Moby Brick Too"
 
Past:
1994 K75RT "Ilsa, She Wolf of the SS"
1988 K100RS SE "Special Ed"
1994 K75S "Cheetos"
1992 K100RS "Moby Brick" R.I.P.
1982 Honda FT500
1979 Honda XR185
1977 Honda XL125
1974 Honda XL125
1972 OSSA Pioneer 250
1968 Kawasaki 175
    

8Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Fri Dec 21, 2018 4:51 pm

yamaguzzi

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Point-Seven-five wrote:I would suggest sealing the crack with whatever you like and beginning a search for a set of the later version.  In the years I've been hanging around here I've seen a fair number of those early coils have problems and require replacement.  Personally, I wouldn't trust them anymore.
When did the later version come into production ?


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1988 K 100RS ,1975 Moto Guzzi 850-T , 1971 BMW R60/5 , 1971 Yamaha R5B,1969 Yamaha DS6C ,1966 Yamaha YM1 , 1965 Yamaha YDS3
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9Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty Re: 86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Fri Dec 21, 2018 7:11 pm

duck

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I had thought it was earlier but the parts catalog indicates 9/88.

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Current stable:
86 Custom K100 (standard fairing, K75 Belly pan, Ceramic chromed engine covers, paralever)
K75 Frankenbrick (Paralever, K11 front end, hybrid ABS, K1100RS fairing, radial tires)
86 K75C Turbo w/ paralever
94 K1100RS
93 K1100LT
91 K1
93 K75S (K11 front end)
91 K75S (K1 front end)
14 Yamaha WR250R
98 Taxi Cab K1200RS
14 K1600GT
http://www.ClassicKBikes.com
    

10Back to top Go down   86 K100 RS Cracked Ignition Coil Empty K100 Coils Sat Dec 22, 2018 5:02 pm

redrockmania

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In response to Yamaguzzi's Post 8
The coils for the 8 valve early K100's are part #: 12131459513. Yes, the original factory installed black only coils are more prone to failure than the later coils with the red towers for the plug leads. If buying from a non-dealer be careful if buying the later "red tower" coils that you are buying the correct type. The visual identifier is that the 8 valve coils have 2 male spade post connectors to attach wiring.
The coils for the later 16 Valve motors also have "red towers" for the 2 plug leads BUT the wiring connector is a rectangular shroud with rounded edges and there are two round pins inside the shroud to attach the wiring. The BMW Part # for these coils is different. 
Be careful to make sure you are looking at the correct coil for your machine before buying. On a number of occasions I have seen them incorrectly identified. 
The excellent guide on our Forum for coil testing is easy to follow. 
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