Hi All
I am considering converting my 74 Sprint to electronic ignition, with the car currently standard in set up, so points and 6v ballasted coil etc. I have spent some time reading a number of the posts on the board in relation to this topic, of which there are plenty, however it would be nice to have some current views on things particularly when considering an option that I have come across recently that I haven’t managed to find any views upon as yet. Hence the post…!
The Lumenition Magnetronic option seems to be one that has been well documented on the board, and thus is a tried and tested method particularly on the Sprints and it works with the smaller cap. However the more recent one that I have had proposed is the use of a Sparkrite SX4000 (link details below) , which apparently according to the person I spoke to “is ideal for a traditional points and condenser system and works with these parts in place. It amplifies the spark remotely, removing any load from the points themselves. This allows you to keep the traditional system in place but gives you a fully working electronic system, increasing reliability and preventing points burn out. The load on the points is controlled by the SX4000 which acts as the condenser electronically. At the flick of a switch you are able to drop back to traditional points and condenser should that be needed for any reason”.
In using the SX4000 unit, it is recommended that the coil be changed to a 12v version along with the use of differing HT leads, which I am certainly not against if it improves things. So does anyone have any experience of this unit, Dolomite or otherwise that they could share? If not then any views in general on the concept would be appreciated!!
Thanks in advance…!
James R
http://simonbbc.com/sparkrite-sx4000-un ... er-module/