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Mallory E-Spark
TM
Conversion
PN 61001M
IMPORTANT:
Before installing the E-Spark™ Ignition System, make sure that your vehicle is equipped
with an ignition ballast resistor (or loom resistance wire) in the wire between the ignition switch and the
coil (+) terminal. One easy way to find the ignition ballast resistor is to check the service manual for your
vehicle. You can test your stock ignition system voltage while the engine is at idle at the coil (+) terminal. If
the measured voltage is within 1-volt of battery voltage, an ignition ballast resistor must be installed in the
wire from the ignition switch. In general, all vehicles equipped with the Delco point ignition were equipped
with an ignition ballast resistor. If you find your vehicle is not equipped with an ignition ballast resistor,
install a Mallory Ignition Ballast Resistor Part No. 700 in series in the wire from the ignition switch. Failure
to use an ignition ballast resistor will result in the eventual destruction of the E-Spark™ Ignition Module.
Exceptions: 1)
Using one of Mallory's 3 specially matched coils eliminate the need for a ballast resistor
or a resistance wire. These coils are: 29219- Chrome Canister Coil, 30450 PROMASTER e
Coil and 29450 PROMASTER Classic Coil.
2)
If your vehicle is equipped with a HyFire Electronic Ignition Control or similar aftermarket
ignition control, use the wiring specified for the particular controller, along with its matching
coil, such as Mallory's 29440 or 30440.
Note:
This kit can be installed in the distributor without removing the distributor from the engine if the
distributor is easily accessible. However, removal of the distributor from the engine is recommended.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Ignition Coils:
The E-Spark™ Ignition System is designed to work with most stock ignition coils and aftermarket high
performance ignition coils. For optimum performance in systems without a HyFire or similar ignition
control, use one of Mallory's 3 specially matched coils eliminates the need for a ballast resistor or a
resistance wire. These coils are: 29219- Chrome Canister Coil, 30450 PROMASTER e Coil and 29450
PROMASTER Classic Coil.
Spark Plug Wires:
To prevent false triggering and the possibility of premature ignition failures, use suppression type spark
plug wire. We recommend spiral core ignition wire, such as Mallory PRO SIDEWINDER® Ignition Wire.
Spark Plug Gaps:
For street applications, use your engine manufacturer’s specifications. For racing applications, start with
your engine manufacturer’s specifications, then experiment with and closely monitor various gaps to
achieve maximum performance.
Electric Welding:
Unplug the distributor wire harness before welding on the vehicle.
Optional Circuit Guard Part No. 29371:
Voltage spikes (voltage transients, power surges) are associated with “noisy” electrical systems from
electrical defects such as worn alternator brushes, corroded or oxidized electrical connections and similar
electrical problems. Voltage spikes damage the E-Spark™ Ignition Module. Voltage spikes are clamped
and regulated by the optional Circuit Guard from damaging the E-Spark™ Ignition Module.
1 Female Connector 2 Flathead Screws, 8-32 x
1/4
1 Mounting Plate 2 Screws, 6-32 x 3/16
1 Capsule, Heat Sink Compound
1 Grommet
Parts Included in this kit:
1 E-Spark™Module 1 Cable Tie
1 Shutter Wheel, 2-piece set 2 Bolts, 8-32 x
3/4 Hex
1 Distributor Wire Harness 2 Nuts, 8-32 Hex
