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[@tiredagain6722]

Love to hear the Boss giggle when Robbie is trying to be serious 😂

[@charlesjohnsjr.5809]

Especially after years of marriage

[@vk4kws]

It's a ballast resistor. The coil will only be 7V or 9V. When you crank the motor because of starter load it drops the voltage. While cranking the resistor is bypassed which in turn give you a better spark for starting. If you bypass the resistor all the time it will burn the coil out. And burn the points out very fast as well.

[@t.l.robinson2162]

Fred doesn't have points.

[@mahbriggs]

​@@t.l.robinson2162 Not talking about Fred. The Bombi has points!

[@om617yota8]

​@@mahbriggsWhiskers might have points, the Bombi has an LS.

[@pjdhunt]

On older vehicles this was sold as the “cold weather upgrade”. Hilarious because they charged hundreds of dollars for that resistor !

[@StrangerDanger69-dt7yf]

​@@pjdhunt So can it be bypassed or not?

[@milkmanchoppers]

Ceramic coated 2 1/2 of my 5 puppies... they weren't happy about it but now, they shine like diamonds!!! (Disclaimer: No puppies were actually ceramic coated or harmed in ANY way during the making of this comment!)

[@user-pf6sn8rd2l]

Note to those in management: an employee's first screw-up is the trainer's fault. Don't assume that every employee will automatically know how to do every new job.

[@johnnuttall6112]

Demris laughter is so contagious

[@SSJIndy]

The resistor is bypassed while cranking for maximum spark. The resistor is inline while running to maintain ignition at lower primary voltage for durability.

[@DR-jo7fg]

Left 12 volts hooked up to a coil on a test stand and it blew up, what a mess

[@RichMcCabe]

Exactly

[@mikemccabe7124]

​@RichMcCabe yep exactly what it's supposed to do it's the why it's needed these days with so many aftermarket ignition systems part about it that i don't really get why it's still needed I'd buy the msd 6AL digital ignition box or ther entry level offroad ignition box they have so u never have to worry bout it since ther so affordable nowadays.

[@timmccreery6597]

@@DR-jo7fg Did the same thing when I was young and dumb and... Funny story really!

[@bigospig]

Yes, King Fred getting painted would be a great series!

[@kathysantos2594]

You and Matt should have snow cat games during the winter like you have the wrecker games in the summer! Paul should get one too!! Go Whiskers!!!

[@wooyam103]

If I remember correctly Paul has one I remember watching a video on it.

[@muddypawsadventurer7775]

Funniest thing I heard was Asley hearing Demri saying "OH Crap", right after her mom said it... LOL precious are our children!

[@radioguybigd]

It's a good thing they don't swear.

[@mofackyred]

And Hillbilly didn’t shy away from improving his buffing skills, but instead offered alternative methods so he wasn’t cut off. Great work ethic that should be cultivated and encouraged. Good job Hillbilly!

[@hudzgh]

Here here!

[@SuperMT3]

From when the channel started to now, Demri has become more and more present and in front video by video than ever before, and getting more involved in projects. Great to see. Oh, and awesome when the forefinger makes an appearance. Demri and her forefinger is like pb & j. Can't have one without the other. And Hillbilly and his growing confidence in front of the camera day by day is awesome to witness. Probably won't be far off in him having his own channel soon. I'll subscribe to that for sure.

[@AFloridaSon]

Fred looks good. Especially the hood.., and Bolts and Nuts, and coveralls, and chairs, and walls, and... 😅

[@charlesjohnsjr.5809]

Almost all body shops have a dust coating on everything. Might as well have buffing compound.

[@johnboynb]

The blue that the trekker was painted is a fantastic colour. Start with that and put some grey and black highlights.

[@1953travis]

Thirty one minutes and twelve seconds of pure humor making work fun with the perfect trifecta in the shop Robbie, Hillbilly and Demri the catalyst that keeps it all together I mean after all that's why they caller her the ''BOSS"!!!!

[@carldarlington7395]

The resistor drops the voltage to the coil when running. You get full battery voltage while cranking over the engine when voltage drops due to the load of the starter. It gives you a stronger spark for starting. Once the engine is running they lower the voltage with the reisitor. Without the resistor the coil won't last very long.

[@davidmayer7511]

Mostly right.

[@JimmyVillanlist]

Love Demri so much with her adorable laugh and giggles. The Boss always has her fun

[@generalp63]

The reason you have 12volts on each side of resistor is because it reduces amps NOT voltage. In a pinch it’s possible to connect a light in place of a resistor. You know lights get hot when operating, it’s because the lights are using and burning amperage. Just like the resistor. Hope this helps, love your channel & look forward to videos.

[@John13Edge]

Your are very close it shares the vehicle voltage over the resistor and the coil which reduces the amperage we refer to this configuration as a voltage divider.

[@davidmayer7511]

Actually it’s because the points where open when v was measured so no current was flowing through the resistor.

[@art8399]

Hillbilly thank you for the compound laugh. OMG. ROBBY LAYTON your face was PRICELESS 😂😂🤣🤣👌👌

[@ElmoUnk1953]

3:20 🤣😂 I enjoy your self deprecating sense of humor 😁

[@Bradzuzu]

Everyone did a good job explaining the ballast resister , if you're going to stick with the straight six I would suggest getting the chevy gm hei distributor setup (I put it on my boat inline 6) ... Pertronix can burn up if you leave the key on by accident and then you're dead in the water... The gm hei is an all in one package with coil in cap and all it needs is One wire , plus if you want to run a tac it has an output port for that as well... Great episode !! It's tough buffing with a wool pad and they are messy LOL !!!

[@TylerDuysen]

the mallory distributors are just like the gm hei all self contained as far as the pertronix go though its pretty hard to burn them up from experience

[@kpdvw]

Ballast Resistor on Ignition coil: They were needed back in the old days of mechanical points distributors. The points and coil is designed to run on 9 volts and the ballast resistor drops the extra voltage from the 12 volt electrical system. The ballast resistor was switched out of the system while the starter was engaged because the starter draw when cranking would drop the voltage down to the required 9 volts without it. Had the points and coil been designed to run on 12 volts instead of 9, the ballast resistor would not have been needed, but starting would be more difficult because the system would then be running lower than the design voltage due to the starter draw when the engine was being cranked and the spark would not be as hot.

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Oh Robby I laughed my but off when you came back from lunch and seen that there was more waxing compound all over everything other than the wrecker!!! Oh that was definitely so funny!!! But Robby you did say that the compound works on everything and I truly believe that hillbilly was helping to make everything in the shop to have some pristine shine and I definitely have to say hillbilly got the best start for sure!!! Awesome video fellas!! Oh hillbilly you sure do shine buddy!!!! Lol!!

[@davidwachtveitl7755]

the ballast resistor is there to reduce the voltage to the coil when running, you are supposed to have 12VDC to the coil directly from the ignition switch when starting but then once the vehicle is running you get 9VDC to the coil. This gives you a stronger spark when starting and a reduced drain when running.

[@N_A_RLW]

I hope You, Crew, and Family's had a wonderful Thanksgiving🦃

[@bradmartin6078]

Hi Robbie The purpose of a ballast resistor is to protect the ignition coil in older ignition systems. It can be eliminated by installing a high-performance ignition system, removing it will cause the coil to burn out The reason they get so hot is because you are adding resistance to the amperage flowing through the wire. It’s perfectly normal. Any old mechanic would’ve known exactly what was wrong with whiskers because it would run as long as the key was in the start position which bypasses the ballast resistor. Anyway, good job in finding it you shouldn’t have any more trouble they are fairly reliable for years and years.

[@cheerdiver]

I was always under the impression the term 'polishing a turd' was a metaphor. LMAO, and 9:33 just played.

[@mr_mongo7228]

The ballast resistor drops the voltage from 12 to 6 so you don’t burn out the points in an old school distributor.

[@schwartzenheimer1]

Actually, the ballast resistor is there so it can be bypassed when the starter is engaged (which draws enough current to drop the voltage too low to start if 12v was needed).

[@himsnakebit1749]

I think your wrecker is totally awesome! Everything will clean up in your shop. Your wife is a beautiful woman too. Hope you always appreciate her.

[@dougalexander7204]

My neighbor across the street operates a detail shop. I bring them farm fresh eggs, garden produce and hard wood charcoal for the grill. In return he details and ceramic coats my 2015, diesel, Silverado. It’s nine years old and looks like new.

[@teresawoodruff1170]

This old WVA fella thinks you should go ahead and paint king fred. And I just love the Boss. She's so damn cute. And her voice and when she giggles just makes my day. Keep up the great content. You guys are wonderful 😊

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Well on the plus side ,everything in splash radius has now got polishing compound, and got cleaned! 😊👍 nothing like a clean and shiny shop, ahh teamwork 😅! I think he was thinking about to much Friday buffing!? Have a good weekend and count your blessings amen.

[@Yellowhead475]

Nice 30 minute commercial but at least it wasn't another recovery video. You are so talented that I would like to see you show off your skills more often.

[@Fabrice1970]

That will be so noce to restore king fred in full glory: rust repair with body work and fresh new paint. Make it like brand new

[@johnbradfield8167]

It looks like Hillbilly got you polishing not only King Fred, but the hole shop. He should get a raise for that. It really looks nice. Happy THANKSGIVING.

[@dbrown8388]

Robby almost died today 😂😂 If looks could kill

[@JAQGAS]

The resistor converts 12v to 6v to 9v to the coil ( resistance=heat). Get rid of it and get a 12v coil and a Pertronics points delete. While starting the resistor is bypassed via the starter giving the coil 12v minus cranking amps( 11volts or so) that's why it was only running while cranking.

[@bc65925]

Once in the late 70's while on an exercise in the USAF we had a resistor in our Dodge line truck and the motor pool guys didn't have one. I told them to give me a head light. I wired it in the place of the resistor and it got us home. Plus it was nice and bright under the hood to work on stuff.

[@thepeopleschamp8927]

Robby’s Camera Lady cute af . I love her genuine beauty

[@wolfgangricky]

Good tempo, long sweeps, straight lines & Patience, Voila, Nice Job, Ty for taking us along

[@marks4925]

She looks good Robbie. Good Job Sprucing her up. Shows off her inner glow with that shiny ruddy red.

[@muppetpaster]

A resistor on an ignition coil is used to limit the current flowing through the ignition coil. The purpose of this is to prevent the ignition coil from overheating and potentially causing damage to other components in the ignition system.

[@B4UClose]

Oh crap! Kids repeat what they hear. Sometimes funny as heck, sometimes embarrassing as heck. Gotta love the little ones.

[@KollinsPlays]

Multiple vehicle manufacturers decided to use 9v ignition coils for their 12v cars, which requires a resistor on the 12v power line to make the 9v at the coil. Supposedly, since starting an engine draws a ton of power, the voltage drop during engine cranking can be worked around by bypassing the ballast resistor so a coil that needs 9v gets the full 9v even when the starter is drawing lots of power. Modern cars have other ways to work around the voltage drop of the starter so they no longer use a ballast resistor.

[@mahbriggs]

Those old Ford 300 sixes are awesome engines. You can't kill them! The later ones with fuel ijection have more horse power, and Power Nation did a series on the engine and made it develope an amazing amount of power!

[@gerryfinch2014]

You need to give that 460 some attention. They have a reputation as a real powerhouse.

[@hackfabrication139]

I don't know everything about those ballast resistors, but having owned a 1977 Dodge B100 (318), I found out one day that they don't start with one that's failed. From that point on, I always had a spare in the glove box. From what I learned, it was SOP for Chrysler owners of that generation, to carry a spare.

[@808SSCamaro]

I think there was more compound in the shop than used on the truck 😀 Thanks guys for sharing! Take care!

[@Scootermagoo]

The resistor is to control voltage to the coil, the easiest way to get rid of the problem is convert it to electronic ignition. It prevents burning up the points and coil.

[@trevornelmes9331]

I remember leaving my kid brother in a high chair feeding on some oats as I went to hang the washing out in the garden. When I got back, the kitchen looked like that. He was covered in it, everything was covered in it. When my mom came home, she couldn't stop laughing. It took me hours to clean it all. Happy days.

[@billbillinger2491]

I try and work on my winter stuff in the summer...and my summer stuff in the winter🤷🏻‍♂️. Ensures they are ready when I actually need them.

[@dougalexander7204]

I wish Paul would teach me to weld. Time goes so fast, these are days the kids will remember.

[@JAXTRUX]

The resistor limits voltage to the coil during run, the little post on the starter solenoid next to the cranking post runs back up to the coil so the coil gets a full 12 volts during cranking then during run voltage from ignition runs through the resistor and cuts coil voltage to approximately 7 volts to save the coil from excess heat, ford normally didn't run this resistor they ran a 40 ohm wire to accomplish this, that's more than likely a chevy resistor but all's good now!!

[@squiggyg.8415]

Before I started watching your videos, I used to watch videos of paint drying. These are better 😎

[@mikeanderson6522]

Fred looks so nice with some paint missing and red so shinny. Like restoration to keep the old and make shinny. ❤😊

[@colinmoorelovethemusiclook6506]

Hi Robby, the resistor is there to drop the voltage at the coil to 9 volts when driving and 12volts to the coil when starting, If you look at the coil on the botton arouind the edge it will say 9v use with resistor, luv your family

[@ericarmstrong1973]

I am glad I wouldn't be the only one making a mess when buffing a vehicle. Like seeing Lincoln on the channel more as he is growing and talking more.

[@steved2136]

The resistor drops the voltage on older coils down a few volts (normally somewhere between 7-10v across the coil while running)- but there should be an extra wire from either the ignition or the starter solenoid (Ford usually on the starter) that bypasses the resistor while cranking to give it more voltage (as the battery voltage 'droops' during cranking, the coil is still getting its full voltage it normally would, so giving a better spark and easier starting)

[@PumaBoiii]

Spooky sivert is litteraly the greatest "yeah dog, this is.... nice"

[@chriscampbell8149]

I was going to answer the ballast resistor. But so many people beat me to it and explain it better than I could. Thank guys!

[@adamadkison5750]

It’s to keep from burning up condenser and points. Convert it to a petronix electronic ignition you can get a retro fit kit for the old distributor

[@dougalexander7204]

Mr. Layton, I’d be careful dissing the Avalon Queen. She is hands down the boss and the glue that binds.

[@TheOldaz1]

You resistor question has been answered, Looks like the new one fixed the starting/running problem. Fred hasn't looked that good in a long time.

[@Partlander4x4]

Can’t wait to see an amazing paint job on king Fred and Whiskers.

[@georgezab2645]

Funniest line of the year ‘should we get Hillbilly to buff Whiskers next?’ 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@josephmaughan1635]

The resistor keeps the ignition coil from burning up when connected directly to 12 volts (14.2V running). the ignition switch bypasses the resistor ONLY during start operation then reinserts it during the RUN mode, the reason is it gives a hotter spark during the start sequence. if you do a resistor DELETE plan on replacing the coil soon.

[@maxironpaw]

The OG way of doing this was with a 50:50 mix or kerosene and water. Shake it up, apply with a rag, wipe it off. The heavier the coat the shinier it gets. Water will bead and it lasts a decent amount of time. Paint, chrome, rubber, whatever. This is how the NYPD would prepare the limos used in ticker tape parades back in the day, as they would sit around in a garage for weeks or months between use and would be covered with dust.

[@johnfeight2123]

Yes please paint the tow truck a new color and yes I would love to see a the upgrade Cummins engine installed with a 5 speed manual transmission. That would be great. Thanks for your great videos and hard work.😊

[@paulsimonie6937]

So glad you buffed King Fred out ! I knew that old Ford had some shine left.

[@exhilarationaccelerationpo9082]

The resistor is in the run circuit to allow for a non-resister low voltage ignition coil (8V), protects the points from burning and the resistor is bypassed while starting (by the Solenoid or FORD Steel me junction) for a nice bright spark during starting voltage drop (while starting). Starter draw (Draws down the Battery voltage) causes momentary voltage drop (10V?) while starting. Hence, some Genuis thought it would be a good idea to run the ignition all the time at the starting voltage and I suppose he was right. Anyways, Robby you knew this! Thanx Robby, Hill Billy, Demory and Kids! Good Show as usual. Remember: A/C Delco Distributor Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet... The works in the Cap, Get rid of everything, One wire, all done and off to the Races.

[@carlbrown8830]

On ignitions with points, 12 volts is necessary to start the engine, but once the engine is running, it only needs 9 volts or so to keep going. When the switch is turned to 'start', the resistor is bypassed, but when it is returned to 'on,' the resistor is added to the circuit. This reduces sparking and makes the points last longer. Change your distributor to an electronic system and eliminate the points. It makes everything better.

[@davidmayer7511]

Close

[@Mojoriser]

Time consuming but very satisfying to watch the transformation 😅

[@joshwheeler6433]

😂😂😂 hillbilly buffed the whole shop. I love it I laughed so hard.

[@mcqueeninc]

Ole Fred looks great great ain’t nothing better then an ole ford truck and a wrecker wow 🤯 💪

[@geoffpranger4002]

The ballast resistor is mainly used to compensate for the voltage drop during cranking. Cold weather effects this even more. Battery potential drops to about 10 volts while cranking under normal conditions. The ignition system on older points engines is designed to run normally around 10v even though its a 12v system. The resistor cuts battery voltage down to about the 9-10v range during normal operation. The resistor is bypassed during cranking so the ignition system can get full potential of around 10v while cranking. That's why it would run during crank, but not in 'run'. The operating voltage of the ignition system always has full potential whether in run or crank mode. This is most important for cold weather starting.

[@dkmorris713]

Robby yet again proving that turds can in fact, be polished.

[@kirk467]

Never have buffed my truck but I need to get it done asap! I have a buffer but I’ve never done it before! Robby, I’m going to try doing it like you showed brother! Thanks for the instruction on buffing, I’m going to the parts store and get some polishing compound! I can’t afford the stuff you have, I’m a retired welder on disability and I’m on a monthly income! But I used to wax my truck twice a month and then I had to retire due to surgeries and recovering and I haven’t waxed my truck since 2014 and because of the hurricanes I had to put everything I had in my workshop in my garage because my shop was destroyed! I can’t afford to get it replaced yet so my truck sits outside and that makes me sick! But I’m going to have to save the paint quick! Anyway thanks for sharing the info my friend! Kirk from Louisiana! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@katreniaclark]

Good to see whiskers is running again.

[@terrywells3955]

Its gonna be awesome . Whiskers daddy is gonna make you look pretty

[@OregonMike]

Whiskers is like that girl that you didn't call all summer and now that it's winter you want some holiday snuggles.

[@blackheart30518]

I still say the snow cat should be named rescue kitty. For 2 reasons. It’s a snow cat you rescued and its a snow cat that does rescues. So rescue kitty is the perfect and most fitting name.

[@briananderson5284]

Wow Awesome Video Thanks for the Great Lesson very Educational 😊. Keep up the Amazing Work you Guy's Rock!!!! Love the look on king Fred 😊

[@nitroprime9714]

boss lady stepped up, amazing video.

[@garyvincent9663]

Howling Wolf did a job on Rory's Old Blue! You're slacking on King Fred!

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Resistor is made of ceramics/porcelain to take the repeated heat cycles. It causes "resistance" with that piece of metal lowering power to not cook points. The heat is the result of the resistance like a wire that gets hot when shorted.

[@3.0colorado21]

You got the whole shop buffed and polished 😂😂😂

[@mathi133]

Those 300 6 cylinders have a reputation of being dead reliable. I think partnering with someone who can help would be an excellent choice for you.

[@michaelwpaulin4876]

The 300 inline Ford was one of the best motors ever built. Don’t forget most of these vehicles are old and probably not been maintained as they should have been. I literally grew up in Ford trucks. My Grandfather started with Model A and finished with a ‘50 F1.. My Dad started with a 53. and bought new trucks on regular basis for his Painting Business. At 72 years old I own an F150 PU and an F450 Dump Truck. Fords have served my family well over many Decades..

[@gregoryrogers6425]

You can get a different coil that doesn't need a ballast resistor if you dislike it. Like a Flamethrower Coil, they have options that let you skip the ballast resistor and just feed them 12 volts without burning out.

[@aarone3790]

Awesome video, I'm so glad you all did this video because now I saw how much it helped on older paint

[@BubbasBikeBarn]

MSD makes an HEI style distributor that will go in that straight 6 now and you can ditch the points, and resisters.

[@bjparker2339]

Ready to see King Fred painted blue

[@kenadams2799]

It’s a ballast resistor and it protects the coil and the points from too much voltage. You don’t need 12 V to run that type of ignition system. Good job with the troubleshooting boys. Keep it up.

[@davehollingsworth3007]

Will be nice to see a good coat of paint on your Bombi! Thanks for a good video!

[@deanfricke5587]

Love your wife's laugh

[@4x4pirates]

Next shop supply order: buffing compound

[@UnholiestJedi]

There's your new t-shirt, Robby. Your face with those glasses & "Daddy's Pretty!" above/under or top/bottom

[@maranja]

Great job! Avalon should get King Fred wrapped!

[@michaelbronner1565]

When you go blue should Paint a silver lynx snow cat on the side so you can stay with the whiskers name 😂

[@MikeBevens]

For a guy who does not like fords, your ford blue company color is nice to see 😀

[@rockercover]

11:31 - Looks better than new, thanks to you‼️

[@kenblankenship4436]

Love the channel when you do the awesome metal work and paint. Not so much when you try mechanical repairs or off road recoveries. Do what you do and leave the rest to the ones that do that. Just my thoughts. I will check back in a while and take another look.