K2F(C) magneto rotation

Can anyone tell me how to identify the intended direction of rotation for K2F(C) magneto's"?

Thanks,
Ed

On Atlas and Dominators, the rotation is anti-clockwise when viewing from the timing side.

The K2F or K2FC magnetos should have an ID plate mounted on the upper side of the mounting flange. This plate should have an arrow indicating direction of rotation (when viewed from the drive end).

The image below shows a contact block from an anti-clockwise K2F. The contact block rotates CLOCKWISE when viewed from the points cavity of the K2F. Note the shape of the rubbing shoe. If yours is similar, it is most likely an anti-clockwise rotation.



Slick

Thanks Slick. This info answers my question. Mine is anti-clockwise. Out of curiosity, do you know whether the direction of rotation can be changed from CW to anti CW with minor parts substitution?

Ed

APRRSV said:

Thanks Slick. This info answers my question. Mine is anti-clockwise. Out of curiosity, do you know whether the direction of rotation can be changed from CW to anti CW with minor parts substitution?

Ed

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You might try looking over Lucas magneto parts lists to get a clue. From what I can tell, the principal part that is different is the contact block assembly. There were so many variants of the the K2's and K1's that surmising the parts that are peculiar to rotation is difficult.

http://www.brightsparkmagnetos.com/libr ... 20ATDs.pdf

Slick