thanks JJ
yeah when i pulled the module off it had no paste at all so hopefully that
is the problem and i can get away with it without to much expense.
Thanks for the advice on wolf i will look into it.
Simon
>From: "Jim Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: RE: ignition module.
>Date: Wed, 5 Jul 2000 16:39:44 +1000
>
>Simon
>
>The ignition module in the distributor will 9 times out 10 be the problem.
>I ended up replacing 4 of the them mind you they were second hand out of
>complete distributors at $250.00 per go. I am sure that the auto
>electricians amongst us could fill you in further but apparently the
>'paste'
>between the module and distributor plays an important part, maybe as a
>conductor? I will leave that up to our esteemed colleagues.
>
>I ended up replacing mine with a FJ distributor modified the shaft and have
>run four plugs ever since.
>
>With respect to computers, although I have Motec if I knew then what I know
>now, Wolf 3d would be the go.
>
>JJ
>
>
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of simon
>waterhouse
>Sent: Thursday, 6 July 2000 5:03
>To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Subject: ignition module.
>
>
>Guys,
>my car did decide to shit itself today whilest high rev changing from
>2nd-3rd in front of some v8 fans standing beside their car.(embarrasing)
>Engine is a standard Z-18 with factory comp.
>Diagnosis is between the following parts as the ignition functions, all
>electricals, work starter motor works but produces no spark and no EFI.
>Ignition module which i have already removed and the computer which was
>replaced 3 months ago from a blown one to a good standard one(hard to
>find).
>My question is does anyone have a Z-18 which they may have a spare ignition
>module as my friendly Repco dealer said new they are worth $270 and have to
>be ordered specially from Adelaide.
>Bugger that when it may or may not be the problem.
>Sso if anyone does have one or an idea on where to get one there input is
>much appreciated.
>Further to that is if the module is not the problem then its the comp. and
>a
>replacement is in order.
>I've looked at an MT8 (microtech) is this the way to go or does anyone have
>some suggestions. (Limited budget)
>Sorry for the longwinded drawn out story>>>:)
>Thanks in advance
>Simon
>
>
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