Most modern ignition systems use electronic methods to provide ignition advance optimised to the motors
load measured by sensors. Selecting the correct ignition system for an upgrade can become a difficult task
without some good knowledge. It is pretty handy to know what you want and what donor parts you have got.
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The original distributer was treated to some lubrication and a quick lookover when the valves
were replaced. The design is very simple allowing easy disassembly for an overhaul. The worst enemy is
the dirt that acumulates over time.
Grit between the sliding plates on the mechanical advance (in shaft) and the vacume advance (on body) can
alter the settings or delay operation with adverse effects on performance.
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Electronic ignition has many maintenance benifits over the kettling ignition system (points and condensor)
but offers no where near the adjustability. Distributer advance can be re-curved in a standard distributer
with a little fettling of the mechanical inards.
The original distributer is pictured here mounted to the motor with some salvaged silicone leads fitted.
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The ignition leads are retained in the cap by screws in the centre of each ignition post. Removing the screws
allows the old leads to be pulled free.
To fit silicone leads the holes in the cap have to be enlarged with a battery drill using slow speed to
avoid damage.
Always expose 15-20mm of the conductive core and ensure the lead is inserted deep enough for the screw to
penetrate the outer sheath.
This distributer now works as good as new so it will be put away in a box in case its needed in the future.
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