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Ignition Problems

Posted: Sun Dec 05, 04 2:29 pm
by Anonymous
Help!! I have fitted a new ignition module (gone from a five pin to a four) and have rewired various bits. Took the van for a drive + discovered that when I put my foot down it sounds like a diesel. It almost sounds like pre-ignition, but I'm not sure.

I would like to know if the ignition module for the six cylinder, the small block and the big block is the same unit or does each one require a different unit (ie. Have I got the wrong one?)

I have also used the old ballast resistor (4 connections) using only two of the connections.

Any thoughts are very welcome - Terry.

Posted: Sun Dec 05, 04 4:03 pm
by Dave-R
The modules are not engine specific.

Posted: Sun Dec 05, 04 4:58 pm
by Anonymous
Thanks Dave. That rules out the possibility of the wrong unit. I'm still wondering about the ballast resistor, but that seems unlikely as the coil is getting power.

Terry

Posted: Sun Dec 05, 04 7:25 pm
by Dave-R
You sure it is not something daft and un-related like a blown exhaust manifold gasket?

Posted: Sun Dec 05, 04 7:59 pm
by Anonymous
Hi Dave
Problem solved the ignition timing was miles out. I should have checked it in the first place. Thanks for the input,

Terry

Posted: Mon Dec 06, 04 11:16 pm
by Mick
Terry
I am not one for vans or pick ups but yours looks fantastic, the look is just perfect.
Mick

Posted: Wed Dec 08, 04 7:42 pm
by Anonymous
Cheers Mick. I'm not into vans or pick-ups either, but I just had to buy this one!

Terry