Merc 1000 1960yr. Voltage at resistors

[cannuck]

I’m only getting 3.5 volts out of resistor block both , 12 volts in, consequently 3.5v at coils even with wire off going to coil . This doesn’t seem to be like 9.5v for cars so wont burn points . No it wont start like a car that switches over to 12 while turning over . Not wired THAT WAY, with typical Merc grounded solenoid . So I’m baffled, I’ve poured over manuals and find a chart that states a parameter of 3.5 v . But not clear what its saying . ANY ONE FAMILLIAR WITH THIS SYSTEM. 6 CYL.

[jeff-register]

Exactly what motor do you have? I am very familure with the ignition systems but need the serial number to get it right. Mercury wired the ign two different ways & at 3.5 volts running. Seems like we are wired in series or the resistors are incorrect. Give me the serial number of your motor to figure out please.

[cannuck]

Jeff Its Frank Its the eighty H.P. has 2 coils ,2 resistors >

[jeff-register]

Frank,
I’ll call you. Also that motor is a 1961. Look at the serial number with an "A" suffix. That is the first year for 6 cylinder shift gearcase. Also the direct reversing motor had it’s last year for production. Exhaust relief is square for shift & round for the DR motors.

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