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Old 07-09-2008, 03:19 AM
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Default Wattage on the White Wire

Probably a question for Norman, but what is the maximum wattage you can put on the white wire without disrupting the magneto output to the coil ?
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Old 07-18-2008, 01:13 AM
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Default Re: Wattage on the White Wire

Well 6 watts is too much!!!!

2 x 3 watt 6 volt lights....
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Old 12-23-2008, 06:12 PM
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Default Re: Wattage on the White Wire

if you want lots of power use a small (<25 amp) automotive alternator
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Old 12-23-2008, 07:13 PM
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Default Re: Wattage on the White Wire

I'm thinking not over3.5 watts
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Old 12-23-2008, 07:36 PM
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yep, just a couple watts. Pretty much worthless IMHO
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Old 12-26-2008, 05:52 PM
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Default Re: Wattage on the White Wire

the lights I have light the way very well at least I think they do.
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