Transister Ignition Help
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Drifting
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Loveland, CO
Transister Ignition Help
I have gotten my 69 running after frame off, but not sure the TI is working right. I put in one of the new modules that the Corvette houses sell, but still seems strange.
Here's my problem: with the ignition key in the cranking position, there doesn't seem to be any spark to the plugs. When I turn the key back to the run position after cranking, the engine catches and runs. It almost appears that I have spark in the run key position, but not in the cranking mode. Is that possible?
I called the tech line at Lectric Limited that made the module. They said it was a problem with my contacts in the rubber pigtail connector or the TI wiring harness. I cleaned all the contacts I could find, and checked the ground, but it still acts funny.
Any ideas?
Here's my problem: with the ignition key in the cranking position, there doesn't seem to be any spark to the plugs. When I turn the key back to the run position after cranking, the engine catches and runs. It almost appears that I have spark in the run key position, but not in the cranking mode. Is that possible?
I called the tech line at Lectric Limited that made the module. They said it was a problem with my contacts in the rubber pigtail connector or the TI wiring harness. I cleaned all the contacts I could find, and checked the ground, but it still acts funny.
Any ideas?
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2001
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From: Boxford Mass
Originally Posted by WhichVette?
Sounds like you've got the power line hooked up to a wire that only gives 12V on the run position, but not on the crank position. Tell us more about what you have it hooked up to.
Sounds like its hooked up to ACC. This circuit is dead during cranking but powered in the RUN position.
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Drifting
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Loveland, CO
Hook ups are all factory. Still has original factory TI ignition wiring harness, so nothing has been changed from stock. I didn't change any of the wiring to change original specs. That's what has me confused.
Another Forum member stated he had exactly the same problem and returned the replacement module to Lectric Limited for a refund. Replaced whole mess with MSD system. I would like to run the stock system, but the current problems make that less than optimal.
Another Forum member stated he had exactly the same problem and returned the replacement module to Lectric Limited for a refund. Replaced whole mess with MSD system. I would like to run the stock system, but the current problems make that less than optimal.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Fremont CA
You should try contacting Dave Fieldler at TI Specialties. Dave is the #1 TI guy in the world here is the link: http://www.tispecialty.com/
Youre Welcome!
Youre Welcome!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Fremont CA
I just noticed, Daves moto: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
"Remember, when you have problems with your
Transistor Ignition, others will sell you parts,
T.I. Specialty will offer you solutions."
"Remember, when you have problems with your
Transistor Ignition, others will sell you parts,
T.I. Specialty will offer you solutions."
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: Melbourne Australia
Originally Posted by Solid LT1
I just noticed, Daves moto: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
"Remember, when you have problems with your
Transistor Ignition, others will sell you parts,
T.I. Specialty will offer you solutions."
"Remember, when you have problems with your
Transistor Ignition, others will sell you parts,
T.I. Specialty will offer you solutions."
That's a killer moto
After i dealt with him, his moto sould read more like "you've got cash?, i'll have that thanks".
That said, i believe your not making enough spark, Zip sell a replacment coil at a reasonable price.
A points coil will not give you enough go
Dave also sells a replacment coil at a "got you good" price
Deal with this Bandit at your own peril
cheers
Jim
Last edited by Secret Squirrel; Jun 20, 2005 at 04:18 AM.
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