Hi justallan, your coil sounds like it has just about reached the end of it's serviceable life, and should be replaced. With a bit of luck, one of our members on this forum may have a serviceable second-hand coil, that may get you out of trouble... Just put your request in the "Items Wanted" thread.
Please do not PM me asking for support. Please post your questions in the appropriate forums, as the replies it may receive may help all members, not just the individual member. Kindest Regards, Darryl