642B resistor off of coil needs replacement.

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Have a 742B (Mitsubishi) and I'm a bit oblivious as to the purpose of the resistor? Of the coil?
I've had the bobcat for about a year have it running well but obviously have to replace the resistor (I think that's what it is) as it is nearly disintegrated and will eventually short out. If I could be educated on its purpose and if still an available part I'd appreciate it.
Also. There are 2 capacitors on the rotor cap? Is this correct? Again seems like a farmer fix at best. ?
Motor runs unreal well for an old girl so just want to be informed before this isn't the case.
Thanks in advance.

 

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Have a 742B (Mitsubishi) and I'm a bit oblivious as to the purpose of the resistor? Of the coil?
I've had the bobcat for about a year have it running well but obviously have to replace the resistor (I think that's what it is) as it is nearly disintegrated and will eventually short out. If I could be educated on its purpose and if still an available part I'd appreciate it.
Also. There are 2 capacitors on the rotor cap? Is this correct? Again seems like a farmer fix at best. ?
Motor runs unreal well for an old girl so just want to be informed before this isn't the case.
Thanks in advance.

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The resistors are still available and I think I may still have a new and used one around the shop somewhere.