While making that sequence of tests (also known as a "series resistance test") do it in small bites, turning the switch off for a few minutes at a time in the process. Leaving the ignition switch on with the points closed for more than a minute or two at a time can result in burned points, and/or an overheated coil or ballast resistor.

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