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MKossor

Condolences Mike to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

MKossor

Here is a link showing the tool. I believe the rules permit me to share a link. I received over 40 signatures on the petition to revoke the Vendor Discussion rule at Hershey. The rule presently prohibits vendors from posting photos, detailed descriptions or discussions of their creations here on th...

MKossor

Thanks for the interest in the new tool. I will post a website link in accordance with the rules as soon as I get back from Hershey. It really is a New tool having just received the first run a few days ago and had no time to prepare and upload the information getting ready for the trip to Hershey....

MKossor

Interesting common theme emerging with the few who support the Gag Rule; senior members who don't like sharing the forum lime light and resort to belittling personal attacks on posts that attract more attention than theirs then sometimes attempt to rationalize their behavior touting their intellect...

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Mark, thanks. email sent. Scott, thanks for the well wishes. Always try to make the trip to Hershey a little more interesting with new things. Yes, that is what I call the Forum Gag rule that suppresses the open exchange of information by product developers. The rule came about because some folks s...

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New innovative tool makes coil adjusting faster and easier. Sorry, New Forum Gag rule forbids me from describing merits of the new tool or posting photos of it. Folks attending Hershey can see it up close and use it at Chocolate field space C2A 61 Forum participants visiting will also have the oppo...

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Steve, good troubleshooting approach. Fuel/mixture could be at issue. Good process of elimination checking for intake leak. Another thing to try is swapping the carburetor for a known good one to rule that out. Good luck identifying and resolving the root cause. Looking forward to learning what it w...

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Hershey2018.jpg See the E-Timer - Electronic ignition I-Timer - Ideal Timer ECCT - Electronically Cranked Coil Tester Coil testing and tuning demonstrations. Take advantage of show specials while supplies last. Be first to See what's NEW this year! Stop by and say hello! Chocolate Field C2A 61

MKossor

I sent all MTFCA Directors my email request to repeal the Gag Rule prohibiting Model T product developers from discussing the merits of their creations, photos, and fielding application questions on the forum; has anyone else?

MKossor

BINGO! - those are both excellent points that makes one ponder; who the heck is benefiting from suppressing discussion of good products that work really well and helps folks enjoy the hobby more? It sure isn't Forum members or developers who take considerable risks to make products for the Hobby.

MKossor

Let your feelings be known to those who set the Rules.

https://mtfca.com/clubpages/contacts.htm

NOTHING will change otherwise!

MKossor

I agree with Dick. The bottom line is the New forum Rule prohibiting Model T product developers from discussing the merits of their creations, theory of operation, and fielding application questions of interest to many here was a poor decision and disservice the forum. How the heck is suppressing d...

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Actually, the standalone ECCT can test the magneto output is sufficient to properly operate coils without the software. The test scale is similar to the venerable St. Louis Magneto tester for those familiar with that instrument. The scale is somewhat meaningless; based on model year as opposed to vo...

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Scott, that is a pretty good summary of what typically happens. Unfortunately, I don't have a lot of time to revive old crusty coil points until near the end of the day when things get slow. Lots of folks stopping by to see the E-Timer, I-Timer and ECCT; discussing or demonstrating how they work. B...

MKossor

Steve, Thanks for documenting and sharing your trip with the Forum. Always enjoy reading about adventures traveling in a T posted by you and Dean Yoder. Safe travels.

MKossor

Larry, I will be at Hershey this year, Chocolate Field C2A 61 Demonstrating the ECCT coil tester and would be happy to test your coils for you. Testing is fast and easy, However, do not offer coil rebuilding services. I can adjust the points for you but may need to refer you to rebuilders if the po...

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Common ECCT user comments: "My car has never run better" "Easier starting, Smoother Running, More Power!" "I can now take hills in high pedal that I could not before" "I had No prior experience adjusting Model T coils; even a Novice can adjust coils like a professional" "I purchased rebuilt coils s...

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Chocolate Field C2A 61 Hershey2019c.jpg See the E-Timer Electronic ignition I-Timer Ideal Timer ECCT - Electronically Cranked Coil Tester Coil testing and tuning demonstrations. Take advantage of show specials while supplies last. Be first to See what's NEW this year! Stop by and say hello! Chocola...

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Scott, your post speaks volumes to those of us who HAVE ventured ahead, pursued our passion and invested heavily in both time and money to produce products for this tiny fraction of a very focused hobby. THIS forum IS the life blood that determines if a Model T product or service succeeds or fails ...

MKossor

WOW! Great story and great adventure Dave. Congratulations on a successful run.

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One week remaining, offer expires 8/15/19

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Don, thanks for your inquiry. The E-Timer provides the ultimate in engine ignition performance because it eliminates coil point adjustment and magneto variables in addition to timer variables. The I-Timer eliminates the same timer variables and delivers similar engine ignition performance using prop...

MKossor

Great story and success. Congratulations.

MKossor

Indeed. They are my first call whenever I need parts. Steve Lang is very knowledgeable and helpful whenever I have questions.
Thank You Langs!

MKossor

Thanks for the inquiry but I will not be able to attend this year, having Timer and Coil problems....... (just kidding :lol: ) Need to replace the rear seals before taking on a long trip (25 miles - is long for me). Will be at Hershey in October and hopefully Fosterfields next year. Had a great time...

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2019 Summer I-Timer Special; offer valid 8/1/2019 through 8/15/2019 * Please include copy of ECCT equipment purchase receipt to qualify for discount. Please add $10 Shipping to lower 48 US states. International buyers, please email for shipping rates. *While supplies last, One discount per customer...

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The E-Timer was developed for folks who enjoy driving their cars more than working on them to keep the ignition system functioning properly. Simply replace the stock timer with the E-Timer and enjoy maintenance free operation with the sound and appearance of stock operation but with superior perfor...

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The I-Timer is a direct replacement for the stock Model T mechanical timer. It provides reliable and consistent coil activation, precisely synchronized with piston position and never needs maintenance . Start on battery and run on Magneto or battery as usual. The I-Timer is immune to timing cover m...

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Matt, Precisely adjusting coils for average current within 0.01% will guarantee the coils fire at different times unless the coil inductances are also precisely matched AND the coil points are adjusted to open abruptly without arcing. Model T coils can vary by +/- 10% in my experience which also mea...

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Thanks to the ECCT users for sharing your observations and experience using ECCT adjusted coils with the forum. Very pleased it continues to earn high marks and praise. Dave, of course a coil tested on the other coil testers will not "fail" (to function) when tested on the ECCT but they do frequentl...

MKossor

Ok so new wisdom is .010 to .012 cushion spring gap, but the new points are like .017. Where the heck did this "new wisdom" come from? The Ford specification is 0.005" which agrees very well with the measured test data I took using a set of points with adjustable cushion spring travel. CushionSprin...

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A Clarification regarding coil adjustment interval: The HCCT is a wonderful vintage tool with proven history of performance. It uses Average coil current measured over many sparks as an indirect approximation of coil firing time. In this context, properly adjusted means all 4 coils are adjusted for ...

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Yes, YOU can share the information I sent you here. Will likely be of interest to others here. R&D can be a real time sink for sure. It took me 3 years to develop the ECCT and learned a lot long the way. Best of all, got to meet and get to know a lot of knowledgable and wonderful folks along the way.

MKossor

Matt, did you receive my email with data illustrating how coil firing consistency can deteriorate with firing rate associated with higher engine RPM? Regarding your present inquiry, mechanical switches suffer from non-ideal switching characteristics. Switch bounce is a primary characteristic in whic...

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Nikolaus asked: "Does the model t magneto generate sparks jumping in alternating directions when used on an HCCT without a timer due to the magneto's A/C?" MK> Yes "In HCCT use, every peak of the current (8 positive and 8 negative) are creating sparks, whereas in a car with a timer, every fifth peak...

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Keen, please see my post of April 22 above regarding comparing coil test results of the ECCT with other coil testers. Don't waste your time with that.

Judge coil adjustment method by comparing engine performance. That is the only thing that really matters. Please share your findings when you do.

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Matt, did you receive my email with example of improperly adjusted coil that fires relatively consistent at low to mid RPM but steadily degrades as firing rate increases? In actuality, the higher engine speed will not likely be achieved due to the degrading coil firing consistency. Enginge smoothnes...

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Matt, regarding your question: " can you adjust a set of coils to have equal dwell time at one speed, but then when you change the speed things drift?" Absolutely! A coil adjusted to fire consistently at 2000 RPM can definitely start firing erratically as firing rate increases if not adjusted correc...

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Nice exposure for the Model T but a few things off mark. Anyone else catch this article?

https://www.yahoo.com/news/buy-perfect- ... 21223.html

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Matt, good to see you taking the initiative to experiment and learn by building your own MCCT. Here is what I learned when studying Model T coil point operation and the challenges they present that make adjusting them for equal and consistent firing time a challange. In Theory, the basic concept is ...

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Tom, Regarding ECCT capacitor test failing on all 4 of your coils. The capacitor test requires the point contacts to be clean and closed making good electrical contact (shorted) at the beginning of the test. You open the points during the test and must make sure you don't touch both point contacts w...

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Don, The ECCT capacitor capacitor test is very sensitive so a couple comments on interpreting the test results: The most important parameter of the capacitor test is the capacitor Value, typically 0.47uF but this can vary by +/-20% Capacitor value measuring less than 0.33 uf should be replaced to av...

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dykkeer552 said " I now tests all coils on all three devices as they should be perfect on all three. " Please note this is NOT true! The ECCT tests coil point adjustment by actually measuring the Time it takes the coil to fire the first spark on the power stroke whereas the other coil testers measu...

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Philip, FYI, nice HCCT meter available in the classifieds right now. viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2946

Good luck with your vintage coil tester project.

MKossor

Les, The contacts probably open too slowly for a typical 0.47uF capacitor to afford much protection against contact arcing. The capacitor value would have to be MUCH larger to be effective in suppressing contact arcing. You can't use a large capacitor across coil points because you need the field to...

MKossor

Only 1 week left.

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Still time to take advantage of this I-Timer discount offer.

MKossor

Thanks for sharing your experience with the I-Timer.

Forgot to mention this I-Timer discount is Limited to 1 per ECCT owner and cannot be combined with any other offer. Offer ends 3/1/2019

MKossor

Learn how to test, adjust and maintain your coils for optimal engine performance using the Electronically Cranked Coil Tester ( ECCT ). The ECCT is the lowest cost Coil/Capacitor tester on the market that lets you precisely adjust all 4 coils for equal and consistent Firing Time by actually measuri...

MKossor

Have a safe and enjoyable trip Dean. Hope you get to enjoy some warmer, dry weather too.

MKossor

Special Offer for ECCT Owners You may have heard the Ideal Timer is now available for use with ECCT adjusted coils that provides the best Model T engine performance possible with stock coils. This is a special limited time offer being made to existing ECCT owners interested in purchasing an Ideal T...

MKossor

Nice coil information but I take issue with a very important specification. Cushion Spring Gap: 0.010"-0.012" (recommended) By who and based on what data? Here is data I took on cushion spring travel during development of the Electronically Cranked Coil Tester ( ECCT ) using a specially modified se...

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Tom, Try contacting Bob Cascisa. He may be able to help you. Here is his ad from the MTFCA Model T Vendors page:

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Craig, Engine performance depends upon ignition timing NOT coil current! The Electronically Cranked Coil Tester ( ECCT ) is the only Model T coil tester that permits you to adjust each coil for equal and consistent firing Time by actually measuring coil firing Time . Even experienced folks who exper...

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Hal, Yes, just noticed that too. I did mean 15 degrees ATDC (AFTER TDC) in my previous post. I guess you can't edit posts to correct errors like that in this new format either except for a narrow time window following the post. Kevin, I would not expect to see much of a difference of spark character...

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JohnH makes a good point. By adjusting the range of timer movement relative to piston position (initial timing with spark lever fully retarded) and ensuring the maximum range of timer rotational travel (by replacing all worn linkages) it is possible to advance the spark more. That will result in bet...

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Kevin, I have looked at the firing process on an oscilloscope and have done so rather extensively. Not sure what you mean by efficiency changing between "magneto vs points". The magneto is a source of power and the points are the means by which the magnetic field collapses. The speed in which the co...

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Scott has it right. Folks without a functional magneto can still enjoy about the same engine performance as operating on magneto by operating the ignition coils from 12V battery. That is because the coil dwell time to fire spark on 12V is faster than 6V battery and about the same as operating on mag...

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Oh Billy, Billy Billy....

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