The coil on the type RV Digifant2 engine I just bought had a secondary
resistance of 7500 ohms...more than double what it ought to have.  I'm
wondering if this can cause enough heating to cause a fire?

-Dana-

Ron Mighton wrote:
>
> On our trip through the eastern US we lost power while driving down a long
> hill on a Maryland interstate highway. After coasting to a stop I smelled
> burning but a quick look underneath confirmed nothing currently on fire. I
> had a cheap bike rack holding two bikes which prevented easy access to the
> engine. Further investigation revealed the coil had caught fire and dripped
> burning material  down over the ignition wires and part of the wiring
> harness. The fire blew out before the vehicle was stopped. The VW
> dealership who installed a new coil, ignition wire set and new hose stated
> that coil fires are fairly common. Our CAA PLUS membership made the tow in
> (on a flat bed) quick, convenient and hassle free. We were repaired and on
> our way before the end of the day.
>
> Ron Mighton  Toronto, Canada