Re: Which Electronic Ignition Should I Buy?
Posted by
settles on
Oct 28, 2011; 10:44pm
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/Which-Electronic-Ignition-Should-I-Buy-tp3461637p3462260.html
Sweet! That is exactly what I was wanting to hear. Thanks man,once you're done I might pick your brain if I get stuck. (If that's cool) I'm going to go ahead and order the Pamco on payday.
On Fri, Oct 28, 2011 at 5:41 PM, Peterwh [via Honda CB750'S]
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Back to the original question of electronic ignition. I also have a '78 750k. I just bought and installed a Pamco ignition with new coils from vintageCB750. They were out of stock for a while but I waited and they let me know when they came in. I think the reason for the difference in price is that they include the new coils. I also switched to Irridium plugs recently too. It took me about two hours to switch the points for the electronic ignition and replace the coils.
A few comments. I think the person who wrote the instructions did not have English as a first language. It took a bit of working through the wiring. Not everything you need is included but what is missing is a couple of electrical connectors to complete the wiring. Also, the spacers that come with the kit don't seem to be correct for the front end of the coils. I fitted the kit the night before I went away for two weeks - I travel a lot on business. I didn't have the connectors so I kind of jury rigged the wiring by just twisting everything together. I was concerned it wouldn't work but it started first time once I worked out which coil served which two cylinders. Actually, it started from cold with one hand push of the kick start. Prior to fitting the electronic ignition, but after switching to the Irridium plugs, it would start this way when warm.
When I get back, I'm going to rig the wiring properly and finish off the installation. Overall it's been a positive experience and I think the bike will be better for the new ignition. I would recommend the Pamco from vintagecb750 with the above provisos, to anyone who is fairly practical.
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