Same coil pack goes out.

Tiny
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The same bottom coil pack keeps going out an my contol panel is fine. All plugs an wires brand new. Im in desprate need of help. Is something shorting it out? Appreciate the help
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 6:07 PM

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Tiny
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You need to check to see how much power it is receiving. If there is too much, the coil will not last too long.
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 6:18 PM
Tiny
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You mean it works for awhile then quits? How long doe it take to fail?
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Thursday, October 6th, 2011 AT 6:43 PM
Tiny
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They were lasting about a week or so but they were going shorter an shorter. I used 3 of them today. I'm no mechanic so I don't no much. How can I check the power an if it's too much what do I do?
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Friday, October 7th, 2011 AT 4:17 AM
Tiny
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Check the voltage to the coils. All you need is a basic volt meter. If it is getting 12+ volts, that is a problem. The only time it should get that much is when the key is in the start position. Voltage is cut when in the run position to protect this type of problem.
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Friday, October 7th, 2011 AT 4:23 AM

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