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Old 04-15-2015, 04:58 AM
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USED Coils ? ? ?
Hey Buds,

There are few junk yards in my area and was wondering if purchasing Used Coils was a good idea ?

-I can get them for $10 piece
-New one's run about $75-$100

Not sure if this is a waste of time or not....

Is there anyway to Test a Spark Plug Coil ?
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It's certainly not a bad idea. I'd rather buy used OEM coils than new aftermarkets. New OEMs are definitely not an option due to price as you mentioned.

Check FSM on how to test.
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Old 04-15-2015, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by ChrisMan287
It's certainly not a bad idea. I'd rather buy used OEM coils than new aftermarkets. New OEMs are definitely not an option due to price as you mentioned.

Check FSM on how to test.
Thanks Chris...

Now what is FSM ?
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Originally Posted by acw

Thanks Chris...

Now what is FSM ?
It's a Factory Service Manual....there's several members that have links to them on ther (sig)signature...

Or just do a search for it...
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I wouldn't bother getting used ones. Just buy new hitachi ones from rockauto for $48. You can also find a coupon code online to save 5%.
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Originally Posted by acw
Now what is FSM ?
http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/Maxima/2000/ec.pdf

I think you want to start around page EC-378 for coil testing.

This is for a 2000.
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Old 04-15-2015, 11:21 AM
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Hey Tom,

I think that is just the coil...not the stem. So...you would have to take apart the coil and reattach the stem.

Correct?

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I wouldn't bother getting used ones. Just buy new hitachi ones from rockauto for $48. You can also find a coupon code online to save 5%.
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