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2N Distributor Copper Strip Question

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RawkFarmer

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Good morning, I did not see my question in any of the threads, so:
I am in the process of changing the ignition points for my front-mounted, 6 volt 2N and wanted to know: how exactly does one go about changing out the thin copper strip linking the condenser to the points? The old strip appears to be attached on the left side by a hollow rivet (into which the special screw threads in), rather than a screw, and I didn't want to break anything or make some change I couldn't correct. Are there any suggestions as to how to remove that strip's left side?

Thank you!
 
(quoted from post at 15:14:39 11/13/17) Good morning, I did not see my question in any of the threads, so:
I am in the process of changing the ignition points for my front-mounted, 6 volt 2N and wanted to know: how exactly does one go about changing out the thin copper strip linking the condenser to the points? The old strip appears to be attached on the left side by a hollow rivet (into which the special screw threads in), rather than a screw, and I didn't want to break anything or make some change I couldn't correct. Are there any suggestions as to how to remove that strip's left side?

Thank you!
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irst of all, don't replace it if it is not broken. If broken, I would trim it off neat & close on the left so as to insure no short to metal parts & then install a new strip under the screw with condenser wire. You can obtain a new strip from the old points assembly.
 
Thanks. I was going to replace it, as it shows some green corrosion and I had a new one that came with the tune-up kit. I'll leave it alone for now.
 
I've never seen a kit w/ replacement strip. Where did you get the kit?

Just check the strip when you do your continuity check before you put it back on the tractor. Green is fine; cracked isn't!
75 Tips
 
It was this guy, from this site: http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/Ford-2N_Tune-Kit-Basic_ATK6FFR.html

Thank you!
 
It's coming up with an error message, but it's on the yesterday's tractors site listed as "Ford 2N Tune Kit, Basic"

Go figure!
 
I don't think so, as it's the exact same size as the old strip, with a hole at each end for the contacts. I'll take a look when I get home.
 
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[/img] Here it is, it was in the same bag as the points.
 
Whatever ya do....make sure the fiber insulating material is in good shape....its thin and old....man I chased my tail with a dead short till I figured that one out...
 
(quoted from post at 18:08:33 11/13/17) It's coming up with an error message, but it's on the yesterday's tractors site listed as "Ford 2N Tune Kit, Basic"

Go figure!
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Here it is, But I don't see that copper strip in the picture either???!!!


Ford 2N Tune Kit, Basic

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Ford 2N Tune Kit ATK6FFR


Description: This Basic Tune Kit has points, condenser and rotor for Front Mount Distributor. For 9N, 2N and Early 8N.
Tune Kit, Basic Part Number ATK6FFR


$8.72

Gary[/i:4370a1908d][/b:4370a1908d]
 
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