Duraspark ignition
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[[File:Durasparkwiring.jpg|thumb|500px|left|Duraspark II wiring diagram]] <br style="clear:both"/> | [[File:Durasparkwiring.jpg|thumb|500px|left|Duraspark II wiring diagram]] <br style="clear:both"/> | ||
| − | The system consists of the distributor, coil (external), amplifier box, wiring, and connectors. If the original Duraspark II coil is to be used, it needs to be supplied with about 9 VDC, not full battery current. That means a ballast resistor or resistor wire needs to be used. Optionally, a different coil that can use 12 VDC can be substituted for the DS II coil. The Duraspark II module (blue strain relief) needs '''full''' battery voltage. | + | The system consists of the distributor, coil (external), amplifier box, wiring, and connectors. If the original Duraspark II coil is to be used, it needs to be supplied with about 9 VDC, not full battery current. That means a ballast resistor or resistor wire needs to be used. Optionally, a different coil that can use 12 VDC can be substituted for the DS II coil. Many aftermarket performance oriented coils work fine with a Duraspark setup. The Duraspark II module (blue strain relief) needs '''full''' battery voltage. |
[[File:Duraspark2 complete.jpg|thumb|500px|left|Duraspark II system, complete]] <br style="clear:both"/> | [[File:Duraspark2 complete.jpg|thumb|500px|left|Duraspark II system, complete]] <br style="clear:both"/> | ||
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[[File:Duraspark connector pins.jpg|600px|left|Duraspark II wiring/pins]] <br style="clear:both"/> | [[File:Duraspark connector pins.jpg|600px|left|Duraspark II wiring/pins]] <br style="clear:both"/> | ||
| − | ==Convert to a | + | ==Convert to a different control module== |
| + | It is possible to use the Duraspark II distributor connected 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. A Duraspark distributor can be connected to a Chrysler ignition controller. | ||
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| + | More research is needed, but apparently the small sized "ignitor" from a late 1980's Mitsubishi/Mazda/Hyundais can be used. This ignition controller is known as a "J701". | ||
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| + | Swapping to a GM factory or aftermarket HEI controller is another option. 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.] At Ford Muscle Forums | ||
[[Category:Electrical]] | [[Category:Electrical]] | ||
[[Category:Ignition]] | [[Category:Ignition]] | ||
[[Category:Ford]] | [[Category:Ford]] | ||
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