Re: Typographical error or intent?

Posted by TxGoat On 2023/8/3 16:43:57

Leaving the ignition switch on with the engine not running is likely to damage the ignition points, the coil, and perhaps the ignition resistor if one is present. The battery may also run down. It doesn't matter why the switch is left on, or whether any accessories are on or not.

I have witnessed a situation with an old 6 volt Plymouth where the switch was left on, and after about 10 minutes, the coil burst open with a loud bang and spewed hot oil all over the engine.

As mentioned above, if the points happen to be open, no harm will be done, but if they are closed, which they are likely to be, expect problems if the switch is left on for more than a short time with the engine not running.