How is wasted spark used in distributorless ignition?
A single coil is used to fire across both of these plugs–and the spark in the exhaust-stroke cylinder is wasted. Four-cylinder engines using wasted-spark-type coils can mount a coil on one plug and use a short wire to fire the plug two cylinders away.
Why is there no distributor on my ignition?
Opening the hood, you immediately see a problem–there is no distributor. Or plug wires. You’re not in Kansas–or the 1970s–anymore. Cars today don’t have distributors or distributor caps. Okay, some do. But a lot don’t. How in tarnation do they get the sparks to travel from the ignition coil to the plugs?
Where can I get an aftermarket ignition switch?
You can sometimes get aftermarket ignition switches from your local auto parts store as well. Squeeze the release pin on the ignition switch so it’s flush with the side. The same release pin that stopped the switch from coming out now needs to be pressed in so you can slide the switch into place inside the ignition module.
How many ignition coils are needed for distributorless ignition?
Now, two different systems (with some variations) are used to replace the unreliable distributor. The simpler of the two systems uses a single ignition coil for each cylinder, mounted directly on top of each plug or at least nearby.
Where can I get ignition parts from RockAuto?
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Where can I get a Mopar electronic ignition kit?
With that in mind, we sourced a Mopar officially licensed electronic ignition conversion kit from Proform Parts #440-428 to give the tired 440 more kick when the key turns. It was the perfect match with its unsuspecting tan cap and high-quality cast aluminum housing. Even a factory-style vacuum canister stuck out the side.
When did they start using electronic ignition systems?
Chrysler Electronic Ignition Background Starting in 1972, Chrysler began using a revolutionary new electronic ignition system. This system replaced the conventional points type distributor with a magnetic pickup coil and electronic control unit (ECU).
Do you need proform parts electronic ignition kit?
Proform Parts electronic ignition kit was exactly what we needed for the Charger. It was plug and play with no modification needed for the distributor. The wiring harness diagram was easy to read and told us exactly how to splice in the electronic ignition wires. Knowing what we know now, we should have done this upgrade years ago.