electrical and ignition Complete Msd Ignition Install

[jdeitch]

As part of my top end make-over I have assembled all the pieces necessary to update the ignition system in Remy. MSD all the way.

I will post links to the other posts.

Dual Dellorto carb install - COMPLETE

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/topic/145144-weekend-dual-carb-conversion/page-3#entry946321

SCHRICK 292 cam install - Next after ignition.

Edited September 30, 2013 by jdeitch

[Robotin]

i really want to this as well, but have been scared to start, cant wait to see your progress!!!

[burndog]

Where did you get the MSD distributor with the correct input shaft for the BMW M10 motor?

[jdeitch]

Where did you get the MSD distributor with the correct input shaft for the BMW M10 motor?

Terry Tinney modified a MSD dizzy I sent him. Check my other thread for details. Post #8.

Let me know if I can help in any way. Cheers!

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/topic/145144-weekend-dual-carb-conversion/?p=944667

[jdeitch]

BEFORE:

[jdeitch]

CLEAN UP:

[jdeitch]

Mounting MSD ignition box with rubber isolators.

Ground lug added:

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[jdeitch]

New MSD distributor installed.

[jdeitch]

Relocated coil bracket and new MSD coil.

[jdeitch]

Custom sized MSD 8.5mm plug wires. I had forgotten what a P.I.T.A. making plug wires was.

[jdeitch]

Progress thus far:

Gray wire is for tach. I connected it, but no bueno. I assumed this to be the case. I already ordered a MSD tach adapter which should solve the issue.

Red wire is direct to battery. Temporarily run across nose to test system. Engine fired right up and ran smooth. Road testing and precise timing yet to come.

Edited September 30, 2013 by jdeitch

[jrhone]

Great stuff....excuse my ignorance, but could you tell me the advantages of the MSD distributor vs a Tii with a crane system?  My plan was to upgrade the ignition and was going the crane route, would love to hear the pros and cons of each system.

[jdeitch]

Great stuff....excuse my ignorance, but could you tell me the advantages of the MSD distributor vs a Tii with a crane system? My plan was to upgrade the ignition and was going the crane route, would love to hear the pros and cons of each system.

I'm no expert but... The MSD dizzy is a new design with sealed roller bearings. Dizzy has customizable advance mechanism. (Fine tuning carbs, cams, etc.) Cap and rotor designed for high output. I believe the OEM cap/rotor may be an issue with the high output of modern CDI systems.

http://www.msdignition.com/products/distributors/

Edited September 30, 2013 by jdeitch

[jdeitch]

MSD tach adapter arrived.

[Dev02]

Please update after the tach adapter, I have the same issue and have the tach adapter waiting to be installed.