Converting 80's small engine to eliminate points

[NSBCraig]

Alright I know this really is a other brand outboard question, but my thread there isn't getting very far.

I have an Aqua Bug 1.75hp outboard, tanka motor used on a lot of lawn equipment.

I can't find points for less than $50, which is a bit high since everybody sells points for around$10.

Does anybody know how to convert a little motor like this to not need points?

 

[dolluper]

Re: Converting 80's small engine to eliminate points

You can try electronic from a tanaka 46.5 cc trimmer.....its close.......why don't you open the points and lightly sand them ,blow them off regap and go

 

[NSBCraig]

Re: Converting 80's small engine to eliminate points

I tried that and it ran great then it didn't

I think it's the spring metal piece that really is the problem, it's got a kink in it.

I'll look at that trimmer part, thanks

 

[Don S]

Re: Converting 80's small engine to eliminate points

ANY time you sand or file points, they have a very,very short life expectancy after that. Sanding and filing is only good to see if it will run, then you put in new ones.

 

[puddle jumper]

Re: Converting 80's small engine to eliminate points

If you look around on the net you may find a pointless ignition kit for that engine.