1922 Elto Ruddertwin condenser replacement puzzle

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  • December 16, 2022 at 4:46 am #270018
    Monte NZ
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      I am replacing the original coil with an Evinrude Zephyr as suggested by members and as show in You Tubes, but I am puzzled as to the condenser arrangement.

      Currently there is one inside the timer unit, so I presume no other condenser is required

      Any advice and diagrams would be much appreciated.

      As always, thanks once again for any advice.

      Monte NZ

      December 16, 2022 at 9:58 am #270020
      Buccaneer
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        My 1925 Eltos both had the condenser inside the coil housing.
        Whether or not earlier version had them in the timer, I do not know,
        but I’m convinced there should be only one condenser.

        Here’s a couple of wiring diagrams I have, I believe at least one is
        from Tubs. I’m not sure if they’ll work for you or not.

        Wiring-component-layout2

        Wiring-Diagram-and-Timer-photo-Tubs

        Prepare to be boarded!

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        RICK EICHRODT
        December 16, 2022 at 10:38 am #270025
        Tubs
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          Only one condenser is required. If I can find a good
          place to put it I will often position the condenser out
          side of the coil tube. Much easier to replace if you
          should have a failure. That’s my thinking anyway.
          Tubs          .

          A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

          December 16, 2022 at 11:19 am #270027
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            Took a while to find it. The 2 diagrams that Buck
            posted are for the Folding lightweight that has
            the kill switch in the tiller.
            Tubs            .

            A "Boathouse Repair" is one thats done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

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            RICK EICHRODT
            December 16, 2022 at 7:50 pm #270039
            Monte NZ
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              Thanks very much Buc and Tubs for your replies………excellent photos and diagrams!

              It didn’t make sense to me that two condensers were required.

              It certainly makes it easier in assembling the coil without the condenser inside the coil tube, especially as there is plenty of room inside the timers.

              Attached is a  photo showing the two timers with their respective condensers mounted inside.

              You may notice that the timer with the old condenser, has parts of the mechanism  missing…….the missing parts are on their way from Doug and Matt Penn via Santa Claus, ha ha !

              https://photos.app.goo.gl/tvm6yJ3ntbSiHWdu7

              Thanks once again.

              Monte NZ

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