Coil Tower Spring
Shrewz92
09-10-2005, 08:20 AM
I disposed of my coil tower spring believing that all replacement Distributor Caps & Rotor kits came with replacement of the coil tower spring, as well. NOT SO!
1-AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts, & O'Reilly Auto Parts DO NOT sell a replacement spring for Honda Coil/Distributor.
2-Local Salvage yard couldn't help, neither.
3-Honda Dealers that I've called here will sell the WHOLE COIL unit to give you the spring, but not sell the spring separately. :screwy:
4-Is there another place/shop/retailer to go, or another type of spring that could be used?
5-What problems should I prepare for by using a creatively engineered solution (pump spring from a liquid soap dispenser, cut to 1/8" above the end of the coil tower tip, same diameter as the coil tower)? So far, seems like I've got plenty of *umph* , and no CEL codes flashing. Possibly too much resistance, or not enough? RPMs at idle now at 900/1000, up from 750 (specification) that I had with a smaller, retractable pen spring.
Go ahead, laugh...It's working, though. I'm concerned about future issues over incorrect resistance to current thru the jury-rigged spring.
1-AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts, & O'Reilly Auto Parts DO NOT sell a replacement spring for Honda Coil/Distributor.
2-Local Salvage yard couldn't help, neither.
3-Honda Dealers that I've called here will sell the WHOLE COIL unit to give you the spring, but not sell the spring separately. :screwy:
4-Is there another place/shop/retailer to go, or another type of spring that could be used?
5-What problems should I prepare for by using a creatively engineered solution (pump spring from a liquid soap dispenser, cut to 1/8" above the end of the coil tower tip, same diameter as the coil tower)? So far, seems like I've got plenty of *umph* , and no CEL codes flashing. Possibly too much resistance, or not enough? RPMs at idle now at 900/1000, up from 750 (specification) that I had with a smaller, retractable pen spring.
Go ahead, laugh...It's working, though. I'm concerned about future issues over incorrect resistance to current thru the jury-rigged spring.
mpumas
09-11-2005, 10:46 PM
I wouldn't worry about resistance. Good temporary fix. Buty keep looking for the proper spring. Maybe the dealer can save you one from the next coil replacement they do.
ace62982
09-13-2005, 10:49 AM
try this website out, they have parts for honda's and i mean everything from springs to screws to gaskets and etc....www.hondaautomotiveparts.com
Shrewz92
09-14-2005, 02:37 PM
Thnx for the url. The expanded view and the accompanying parts description don't even mention the spring! Go figure...
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/auto/jsp/mws/prddisplay.jsp?inputstate=5&catcgry1=Accord&catcgry2=1991&catcgry3=4DR+EX&catcgry4=KA4AT&catcgry5=DISTRIBUTOR+%281%29+%28TEC%29
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/auto/jsp/mws/prddisplay.jsp?inputstate=5&catcgry1=Accord&catcgry2=1991&catcgry3=4DR+EX&catcgry4=KA4AT&catcgry5=DISTRIBUTOR+%281%29+%28TEC%29
BullShifter
09-14-2005, 11:54 PM
What's it worth to you? I'm sure there is one laying around our shop.
Shrewz92
09-19-2005, 09:58 AM
Thru one web-site dealer that I got my Honda OEM O2 sensor from, they were quoting $60.00 +/- a couple dollars for Coil Tower Assembly. I figure the greatest part of the cost is in the solid state stuff inside. Would a couple of bucks be out of line? You're the seller, though...what do you want for it?
BullShifter
09-19-2005, 11:19 PM
I've helped a few people out here on AF with misc. parts for Honda's and just charged shipping. First I'll have to confirm I do have one. If I do I will PM you some time tomorrow.
Shrewz92
09-20-2005, 03:40 PM
Many Thnx
BullShifter
09-20-2005, 07:02 PM
Ok I have about 5 or 6 of them. Here is a pic of it to make sure it's the right one. Let me know and it's yours for $1.00
http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/7391/coilspring1gn.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/7391/coilspring1gn.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
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