1957 Wanted: ignition coil

[Susan M.]

Does anyone know wherre I can find an original ignition coil (1115091 aka 091) for my 1957? Thank you!

[Joe M.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Originals with the "12V" and "091" stamped in the correct location are extremely hard to find now. I have been searching for a month with no luck. There are vendors with "091" coils for sale, but they are reproductions or later models with the 12V and 091 stamped near the top of the coil case, not near the bottom as original.

[John F.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Should look like this!

[John S.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Should look like this!

if you want a 091 coil identical to the one pictured call pronesti classics, cell number 352-638-5778. the coils are identical and even has the small holes that retain the clips on the top. this is a item that gets sold out as soon as they arrive, so there might be a waiting list.

[Susan M.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Thanks Joe. I have been looking for several weeks as well. I'll keep you posted if I find any. I searched for a year for a correct voltage regulator... Susan

[Susan M.]

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Thank you John... Yep, that's the one!!! Susan

[Susan M.]

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Hi John, thanks for the referral. I will give them a call.... correct reproductions??? do they pass judging? Susan

[John S.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Hi John, thanks for the referral. I will give them a call.... correct reproductions??? do they pass judging? Susan

Susan , send me your email address and i will send you a picture of the coil. i cannot tell the difference between this one and the original.

[Robert B.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

There is an 091 on eBay for $399.00, item #140661729336. Don't know if its what you want. I have no affiliation with the seller.

[Susan M.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

timing is everything. saw that...

[Bob M.]

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I bought a repo for $99. I took the shoulder/steps off the side of the tower and polished it to make it look like the rest of the top. Next, drill 4 holes in the top for the wire keeper. Looks great except for the 091 being in the wrong place. I haven't had it judged yet, but I would believe just 1 point deduction for the 091 in the wrong place.

[Susan M.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

Thanks so much! This seems like a very practical alternative... Susan

[Joe M.]

Re: 1957 Wanted: ignition coil

I only received a 2 point deduct for a 100% incorrect Delco Remy ignition coil. Unless you are willing to spend hundreds of dollars for a correct coil, Bob's plan is the most cost efficient and the appearance will be close.

[Susan M.]

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Joe, thanks so much. That's great to know... If I don't find one at a reasonable cost I think both John and Bob's approaches are terrific alternatives to consider. I love this tech board!!!!!! thanks again for your input. Susan