John Deere Model E Magneto Repair

These Magneto's are very dependable units as long as they're properly cared for. Here are some views inside a couple of Model E Mags that needed a little TLC....
JD E Engine Restoration to Run, start here:
• John Deere Model E 3HP...

[@massimobroccoli9854]

First magneto I saw without points !

[@paulclithero1822]

Low tension magneto for an ignitor set. The points are inside the combustion chamber.

[@earlwheelock7844]

Can you find those end bell housings?? and other cast potmetal parts?? ( VERY lnformative vidio as I have never seen a magneto torn down B4 THANK YOU!!)

[@enjundoc]

Yes. All parts are available through Lightning Magneto, a subsidiary of Flywheel Supply.
Thanks!

[@Xsit421]

Do you (or anyone) have any suggestion on how to repair stripped threads in the two bolt holes in the bottom of the base?

[@enjundoc]

That can be a challenge but if the metal is good, thread inserts such as Heli Coils can be used. One major problem is that the original metal (pot metal/aluminum alloys) can begin to deteriorate from the inside out. The metal literally becomes porous and flakey and falls apart. Fortunately, new/reproduction parts are available.