Editing Duraspark ignition
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==Convert to a different control module== | ==Convert to a different control module== | ||
− | + | Some folks like to use the Duraspark II distributor but connect it to a different control box. | |
− | + | MSD Performance sells a simple electrical plug to interface a Duraspark distributor directly to one of their many performance oriented boxes. | |
+ | You can wire a Duraspark to a Chrysler ignition controller. | ||
− | Swapping to a GM | + | Details are sketchy at the moment, but apparently you can use the "ignitor" from a late 1980's Mitsubishi/Mazda/Hyundais Which is much smaller than the other options. This ignition controller is known as a "J701". |
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+ | Swapping to a GM HEI controller is pretty popular. Plus you can buy performance versions of the HEI modules. Details in the link below. | ||
*[http://www.carbdford.com/tech/HEI/hei.htm Dirt Cheap and Easy Alternative] | *[http://www.carbdford.com/tech/HEI/hei.htm Dirt Cheap and Easy Alternative] | ||
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*[http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?pageId=0900c1528004b6ba Basic operating principals] including troubleshooting, from Auto Zone | *[http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?pageId=0900c1528004b6ba Basic operating principals] including troubleshooting, from Auto Zone | ||
*[http://webpages.charter.net/1bad6t/duraspark.html Duraspark II Ignition System] from ''My 60 Falcon'' website | *[http://webpages.charter.net/1bad6t/duraspark.html Duraspark II Ignition System] from ''My 60 Falcon'' website | ||
− | *[http://www.fordmuscleforums.com/all-ford-techboard/459897-dodge-ignition-module-duraspark.html A forum thread about alternative control modules.] | + | *[http://www.fordmuscleforums.com/all-ford-techboard/459897-dodge-ignition-module-duraspark.html A forum thread about alternative control modules.] |
[[Category:Electrical]] | [[Category:Electrical]] | ||
[[Category:Ignition]] | [[Category:Ignition]] | ||
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