{"product_id":"pertronix-flame-thrower-40-000-volt-coil-3-0-ohm-17-2982-0","title":"Pertronix Flame-Thrower Ignition Coil | Air-Cooled VW | 40,000V 3.0 Ohm Canister (17-2982-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePertronix Flame-Thrower Ignition Coil | 40,000 Volts, 3.0 Ohm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003ePertronix Flame-Thrower Coil\u003c\/b\u003e is the industry standard for boosting ignition performance in vintage engines. Engineered to deliver a massive \u003cb\u003e40,000 volts\u003c\/b\u003e, it produces a significantly hotter spark than stock units — improving combustion efficiency, throttle response, and fuel economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cb\u003e3.0 ohm\u003c\/b\u003e primary resistance, it is balanced for inductive ignition systems (like the Pertronix Ignitor) on 4- and 6-cylinder engines \u003cb\u003ewithout an external ballast resistor\u003c\/b\u003e. This canister-style coil fits most original mounting brackets. Part \u003cb\u003e#17-2982-0\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir-Cooled VW:\u003c\/b\u003e Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, and Type 3 running 12V inductive ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIgnition:\u003c\/b\u003e 12V inductive systems such as the Pertronix Ignitor, on 4- and 6-cylinder engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Pertronix?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePertronix Flame-Thrower is the industry-standard performance coil for vintage engines, giving a modern spark upgrade for a classic restoration or daily driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHotter Spark:\u003c\/b\u003e 40,000-volt output for improved combustion, throttle response, and fuel economy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo External Ballast:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.0 ohm primary balanced for inductive ignition without a ballast resistor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Canister style fits most original mounting brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Black canister finish, factory boxed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Pertronix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVoltage Output:\u003c\/b\u003e 40,000 Volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.0 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e 12V inductive ignitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic black canister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory boxed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-2982-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need an external ballast resistor?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The 3.0 ohm primary is balanced for inductive ignition systems without an external ballast resistor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my original mounting bracket?\u003c\/b\u003e This canister-style coil fits most original mounting brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat ignition is this for?\u003c\/b\u003e 12V inductive ignition systems such as the Pertronix Ignitor, on 4- and 6-cylinder engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your tune-up: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ignition\"\u003eIgnition\u003c\/a\u003e and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PERTRONIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44699427700851,"sku":"17-2982-0","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2982-0-copy-500x323.jpg?v=1775363372","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/pertronix-flame-thrower-40-000-volt-coil-3-0-ohm-17-2982-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}