[SEL] Baker Monitor update and Model T buzz coil question

[Missy Holland]

Hi Arnie,

LOL. Very funny.

Devin

PS. Remember, Mom and I read the list at home.


> Hi Curt,
> 
> > In addition to cleaning the contacts on the buzz coil, I've played 
with
> > adjustment screw on top. There is a fairly wide range that it will 
work
> > within but if anyone knows the proper way to set this I'd sure 
like to
> > know how.
> > This inconsistency must have been a real challenge for drivers of 
Model T's!
> 
> I just emailed you a page of buzz coil adjustment instructions 
copied from
> an early Dyke's.  However there are several things that are critical 
to
> your success with these adjustments.  When doing the adjustment of 
the
> "buzz", there is reference made to the sound of an angry hornet.  In 
order
> to get properly "calibrated" I suggest sending Devin out into the
> woods with a sharp stick.  Have him find a large hornet's nest.  He 
should
> then poke the nest with the stick repeatedly.  You both should note 
the
> sound that the angry hornets make.
> 
> Now go back to the garage and adjust the buzz coil.  However, precise
> adjustment requires further calibration.  Observing how the engine 
runs
> and how the spark looks are too subjective.  You need a quantitative
> measure.  Disconnect the plug lead from the plug.  Have Devin hold 
the
> lead in one hand while placing the other on the engine.  As you 
adjust
> the tremblor you'll notice that Devin jumps into the air.  Measure 
the
> height of each jump and adjust accordingly.
> 
> Remember, you want to achieve that "angry hornet" sound and a high
> Devin-jump.  Good luck!!
> 
> See ya at Portland!  Arnie
> 
> PS - If Devin becomes "physically unable to perform" his part in this
> process, I'm sure that Missy would be a trooper and would "step up" 
for
> the cause!!
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