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by mafhoward
Wed Feb 20, 2008 7:37 am
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Brent, many thanks for the reply... Tonight I shall attempt the following, 1. Replace ground/earth wire for EDIS module and 'Jolt unit. One thought I had late last night (whilst awake at a stupid hour) was that I currently have the EDIS module and 'Jolt ECU grounded to the engine on a loop terminal,...
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 11:00 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Also, I think I may try a fresh +12v supply to the coil tomorrow. Rather than using the existing one that also powers the MJLJ and the EDIS module. I suspect that my problems may be there somehow! :?
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 10:47 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Matt, Do the problems center around a certain RPM range? Does the engine smooth out after you push past the problem RPM region? I've not 'pushed past' the problem yet, it's a fresh built engine so I don't want to over-rev it just yet as it's not even run in. It doesn't seem to clear though, there's...
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 10:39 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

'fraid not - the coil doesn't need explicit earthing...the centre pin is +12v and the outer pins are open circuited/connected to earth at the appropriate times by the EDIS module. Well, this is what I'd read (on here I think) and that's why I didn't initially fit a specific earth for the coil. It's...
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 10:30 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Thanks for the reply, unfortunately the timing light recieving no signal coincides with a nice misfire on the engine, so I am pretty sure it's actually losing sparks.

But, your post has got me thinking if it's something to do with the coil not earthing correctly????
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 9:55 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Re: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm

Do you really mean this - the problem was initially on cylinders 1 and 3 and by swapping the leads the problem appeared on cylinders 1 and 2? That sounds weird :( What timing is the strobe showing at idle to 2000rpm? Should be rock solid 10BTDC. Is it? No, the problem was initially on cylinders 1 a...
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 9:48 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Sorry, MJLJr (Junior) The megajolt is connected to the EDIS module. I will disconnect MJ tomorrow and try again though. Basically, the problem is on the coil outputs. On coil A (cylinder 1 output) I am getting a fault. On Coil B (cylinder 3 output) I am getting a fault. I know the problem is not HT ...
by mafhoward
Tue Feb 19, 2008 7:45 pm
Forum: Q&A
Topic: Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm
Replies: 17
Views: 12805

Losing spark on 2 cylinders above 2k rpm

I've got a confusing situation occuring with my MJLJR installation. Spec: MJLJR V3, EDIS 4 coilpack and module, MAP setup, used on a BL Mini 1380, running 11.25:1 compression ratio. Everything installation wise works fine initially. On idle it sparks nicely on all four cylinders. I've got a problem ...
by mafhoward
Sun Aug 05, 2007 7:45 am
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

Yes, I found the problem to be that my EDIS 4 multiplug had corroded sockets on the coil output pins (amongst others) so a new multiplug from the breakers yard rectified the problem. My wiring was (surprisingly) correct first time. :o
by mafhoward
Fri Jul 06, 2007 6:52 am
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

Well, the VR sensor was actually marked with a '+' on one side. So I did indeed have to switch the two VR sensor - EDIS4 wires around.

But.................still no sparks, time to triple check my wiring (again) I think.
by mafhoward
Thu Jul 05, 2007 5:17 pm
Forum: Ignition Map Library
Topic: Mini 1275
Replies: 7
Views: 16154

KLAS, I've borrowed this map to have a look at your settings, cheers. :wink: Hoping to get my 1380 running tonight. It's also on a 286cam, 1.5:1 roller rockers, vernier timing gear, but has a higher CR than standard (11:1) and will be running on UBER fuel with loads of additives. Also on 36mm inlets...
by mafhoward
Thu Jul 05, 2007 6:36 am
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

Thanks for the replies guys. Much appreciated

Can't wait to get this mini running, it's been a looong build :D

I'll post an update when I have tried switching the VR sensor wires over later on today!
by mafhoward
Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:47 pm
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

hmmm, OK. I'll try that, but what are the risks of that causing a problem? I will give it a whirl tomorrow night. :D
by mafhoward
Wed Jul 04, 2007 5:39 pm
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

Hmmm, hello Fikus (fellow TMF type). Nah, the SEN8D was apparently used on Fords too. The traditional Ford Fester one was something like a SEN8T IIRC, which is the longer nosed one with a right angled multiplug connection. The SEN8D is basically the same but with a shorter nose and a wire straight o...
by mafhoward
Wed Jul 04, 2007 5:25 pm
Forum: Installation
Topic: Nearly, but not quite - no sparks
Replies: 11
Views: 9904

Nearly, but not quite - no sparks

Hmmm, well, I thought I'd finished the installation of my MJLJ on my A+ engined mini. I've got a brand new Magnetti Marelli SEN8D VR sensor, I think my EDIS 4 module is OK (even checked with another spare one today), but I am not getting a spark at all. I've assumed that my wiring is dodgy, so I've ...