I did this a few years ago but I’ve been running the engine a lot lately. It just stopped smoking for some reason. Checked the connections and the wick and all seems good. The wick isn’t even charred.
I remember somewhere reading about not installing the wick over the resistor for better longevity.
I have another element/resistor, but wondering if anyone can offer any insight on making these last longer or what could happened.
thanks,
Mike Sacco
Mike,
It sounds like one end of the wire that is wrapped around the core of the resistor has broken at some point along its length. I think that the only thing you could do is replace the resistor. When you replace it, do not put the wick on the resistor. I went through five resistors before finding out that the wick can lead to the failure of the resistor, not to mention less smoke output.
Jim
Okay, Jim you must be the one who said not to use the wick. I reinstalled the resistor without the wick. You’re right more smoke and hopeufully this one won’t burn out. I looked at the old resistor and the middle area is pretty charred so the break must be there.
Anyway thanks JIm. I’ve done a few other conversions but I guess I will just wait and see and when the time comes I’ll know better.
mike S.