my 2056 smoke conversion just died

[msacco]

I did this a few years ago but I've been running the engine a lot lately. It just stopped smoking for some reason. Checked the connections and the wick and all seems good. The wick isn't even charred.
I remember somewhere reading about not installing the wick over the resistor for better longevity.
I have another element/resistor, but wondering if anyone can offer any insight on making these last longer or what could happened.

thanks,
Mike Sacco

[Anonymous]

Mike,

It sounds like one end of the wire that is wrapped around the core of the resistor has broken at some point along its length. I think that the only thing you could do is replace the resistor. When you replace it, do not put the wick on the resistor. I went through five resistors before finding out that the wick can lead to the failure of the resistor, not to mention less smoke output.


Jim

[msacco]

Okay, Jim you must be the one who said not to use the wick. I reinstalled the resistor without the wick. You're right more smoke and hopeufully this one won't burn out. I looked at the old resistor and the middle area is pretty charred so the break must be there.
Anyway thanks JIm. I've done a few other conversions but I guess I will just wait and see and when the time comes I'll know better.

mike S.