Installation Instructions for Fireball XR700 and XR3000 Optically Triggered Ignition System

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for
XR700 and XR3000
OPTICALLY TRIGGERED IGNITION SYSTEM
Part Numbers 700-0226, 700-0231, 700-0292, 700-0300,
700-0309, 3000-0226, 3000-0231, and 3000-0292
CAUTION: READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
OVERVIEW
IGNITION INSPECTION
Figure 1. Distributor Marking
XR700 and XR3000 elec-
The XR700/XR3000 optical
tronic ignition modules use an opti-
trigger assembly requires an OE
cal trigger assembly to replace con-
specification distributor cap and
CENTERLINE OF
ventional breaker points and original
rotor to avoid clearance problems
DISTRIBUTOR CAP
1
equipment (OE) magnetic and Hall
and arcing. You should replace the
TERMINAL
Effect pickup systems. The XR700
rotor and cap when installing the
requires ballast resistance to limit
new ignition system. For best results,
coil current. The XR3000 is a high
you should also replace the spark
MAKE MARK ON
performance version with a comput-
plugs, spark plug wires, and ignition
DISTRIBUTOR BODY
er chip that controls coil current and
coil. Carefully inspect wiring to the
dwell. When installing an XR3000, all
coil and replace any worn or frayed
ahead to step 6. Italian appli-
OE ballast resistance must be
sections.
For maximum perfor-
cations with Marelli distribu-
bypassed.
mance, use Crane coils and
tor, skip remainder of this
FireWire spark plug wires.
section and proceed to
New XR700 and XR3000
Optical Trigger Installation
modules have a diagnostic LED. All
section.
new XR700 units with the LED may
DISTRIBUTOR
3.
Mark distributor below number
be used for both negative or positive
one spark plug terminal as
ALIGNMENT AND
ground systems. These new XR700
shown in Figure 1. Remove dis-
units are not compatible with 6 volt
DISASSEMBLY
tributor cap. Crank engine and
systems.
note direction of distributor shaft
rotation.
4.
Align engine timing marks as
CAUTION: Disconnect
specified in shop manual. If
Read the following
the vehicle’s battery
rotor is pointing opposite direc-
Introductory sections
ground cable before
tion from mark, rotate engine
and then use the Optical
continuing installation.
one more complete revolution
Trigger Installation Index
and align timing marks again.
on page 2 to find the
Timing marks must remain
appropriate section for
1.
Make notes and label all spark
aligned throughout the installa-
plug wires so that you can later
tion process.
your vehicle.
re-install them. Remove distrib-
utor cap.
Figure 2. Rotor Alignment
2.
Part numbers 700-0226, 700-
0309, and 3000-0226, skip
ROTOR TIP
Lucas only. If the distributor has a 3 terminal connector,
it is an OPUS system and you can proceed. If the distrib-
utor has a 2 terminal connector, it is not an OPUS system
CENTERED
and you must use Crane HI-6R part number 6000-6400.
OVER MARK
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5.
Verify that rotor tip now points
6.
Remove rotor and plastic dust
OPTICAL TRIGGER
to the mark as shown in Figure
shield (if used). Breaker point
INSTALLATION
2. If not, loosen distributor tie
applications: remove breaker
down bolt and rotate distributor
points, breaker post/stud, con-
to align rotor tip to mark.
denser, and any wires from
DOMESTIC 4-6-8
Remember to tighten bolt when
breaker points to coil or ground.
CYLINDER (EXCEPT
done. Note: Removal of distribu-
Do not damage rubber grommet
tor is not required, but may
through which wire exits distrib-
DELCO-REMY 8 CYL)
improve access. Follow instruc-
utor. Bosch, Hitachi, Lucas,
AND VW WITH BOSCH
tions in shop manual. Mark
and Nippondenso OE elec-
“009” DISTRIBUTOR
engine where rotor tip is point-
tronic systems: refer to
ing. Do not crank engine with
detailed instructions in
1.
Refer to Figure 3. Select the
distributor removed.
Optical Trigger Installation
best fitting mounting bracket
section.
and install it on the distributor
plate in the exact location
where the points were mounted.
CAUTION: Make sure you have read the introductory
Use the screws that held the
points.
material and performed the distributor alignment and
2.
Select the best fitting shutter
disassembly step before proceeding with optical trigger
with the same number of slots
installation.
as cylinders for your applica-
tion. Install shutter on distributor
shaft cam. Make sure that the
flats inside shutter line up with
the cam flats. Use a socket to
OPTICAL TRIGGER INSTALLATION
press the shutter down into
INDEX
position. To prevent breaking
the shutter, do not press on the
Part Numbers 700-0226 and 3000-0226:
slotted rim.
Domestic 4-6-8 Cylinder (exc. Delco Remy 8 Cyl.)
and VW with Bosch “009” Distributor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2
Delco Remy 8 Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3
Figure 3. Distributor Assembly
Part Numbers 700-0231 and 3000-0231:
ROTOR
Universal 4-6-8 Cylinder (exc. Marelli) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3
Marelli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4
Part Numbers 700-0292 and 3000-0292:
SHUTTER
Bosch Hall Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5
Bosch Magnetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5
Hitachi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6
Nippondenso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7
OPTICAL
TRIGGER
Part Number 700-0300:
Lucas Opus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7
MOUNTING
BRACKET
Part Number 700-0309:
Mallory YL Dual Point (8 cyl only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9
Mallory Unilite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9
MOLEX
TERMINALS
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2.
Pass the shutter over the
Figure 4. Trigger Alignment
Figure 5. Delco-Remy Shutter
advance weights as shown
OPTICAL
in Figure 5. Position the
TRIGGER
shutter with the shutter rim
underneath the advance
weight plate. Align the shut-
ter mounting holes with the
rotor mounting holes in the
SHUTTER
RIM
advance weight plate.
3.
Reinstall the rotor onto the
advance weight plate in the
original position as shown
VERIFY PROPER CLEARANCE FROM
in Figure 6. Check for cor-
OPTICAL TRIGGER TO SHUTTER
rect seating of rotor. Use
MOUNTING
3.
Attach the optical trigger to the
the two supplied 10-32 x
BRACKET
mounting bracket with the sup-
7/8” screws and jam nuts
plied 4-40 x 3/16” screw. Do not
as shown to secure the
over tighten this screw. Adjust
rotor and shutter. Firmly
Figure 6. Delco-Remy Assembly
the trigger height so that the
tighten these screws. Then
shutter rim is approximately in
check for proper shutter
the middle of the trigger open-
clearance as shown in
ing as shown in Figure 4. Check
Figure 7.
for clearance around all parts.
4.
Pass optical trigger cable
Verify that the shutter is level
through exit hole used for
and does not rub or touch. If
the points wire. Attach
ROTOR
required, readjust it. Reinstall
cable to breaker plate with
rotor.
a nylon tie wrap. Leave
4.
Pass optical trigger cable
enough slack to allow
SHUTTER AFTER
through exit hole used for the
movement of vacuum
INSTALLATION
points wire. Attach cable to
advance mechanism. If
breaker plate with a nylon tie
possible, use the original
wrap. Leave enough slack to
rubber grommet to seal the
allow movement of vacuum
cable exit hole. Otherwise,
advance mechanism. If possible
use silicone sealer to seal
use the original rubber grommet
wire exit hole.
to seal the cable exit hole.
5.
Proceed with ignition mod-
Otherwise, use silicone sealer
ule installation on page 10.
to seal wire exit hole.
ROUTE
THROUGH
5.
Proceed with ignition module
UNIVERSAL 4-6-8
EXIT HOLE
installation on page 10.
CYLINDER
DISTRIBUTOR
MOLEX
DELCO-REMY 8
TERMINALS
(ADJUSTABLE
CYLINDER
BRACKET KIT)
DISTRIBUTOR
1.
Attach mounting arm to
1.
Refer to Figure 5. Use the sup-
Figure 7. Trigger Alignment
optical trigger with supplied
plied hardware. Attach the opti-
4-40 x 3/16” screw as
cal trigger to the mounting
shown in Figure 8. To allow
VERIFY
bracket with a 4-40 x 3/16”
PROPER
vertical adjustment of opti-
CLEARANCE
screw. Do not over tighten.
cal trigger, do not tighten
Install the mounting bracket and
screw completely.
the optical trigger on the distrib-
2.
Use an existing screw on
utor breaker plate at the points
the breaker plate to install
location using two 8-32 x 3/8”
the best fitting mounting
buttonhead screws and 1/8”
foot as shown in Figure 8.
spacers as shown.
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Figure 4. Check for
Figure 8. Trigger Assembly
Figure 9. Distributor Assembly
clearance around all
OPTICAL
parts. Verify that the
ROTOR
TRIGGER
shutter is level and
does not rub or touch.
If required, readjust it.
MOUNTING
Reinstall rotor.
SHUTTER
ARM
7. Proceed with ignition
module installation on
page 10.
OPTICAL TRIGGER ON
MOUNTING BRACKET
MOUNTING
FOOT
MARELLI
DISTRIBUTOR
MOUNTING
To allow adjustment, do not
FOOT
tighten screw completely.
1.
Set engine to TDC and
3.
Select the best fitting shutter
mark distributor body where
with the same number of slots
rotor tip is pointing. Remove
as cylinders for your applica-
distributor from engine.
tion. Use #220 shutter for four
2.
Mark drive dog and distrib-
cylinder Bosch distributor. Slide
utor body so that it can be
it onto the distributor shaft cam
returned to the same posi-
MOLEX
until firmly seated and level.
tion on re-assembly.
TERMINALS
Make sure that the flats or
3.
Remove spring, locating
springs inside shutter line up
pin, shims, and sealing
8.
Mount the optical trigger and
with the flats on the distributor
washer from drive dog. Remove
bracket as shown in Figure 9. If
cam. Use a socket to press the
distributor shaft from body.
clearance is limited, install shut-
shutter down into position. To
4.
Attach mounting arm to optical
ter and optical trigger assembly
prevent breaking the shutter, do
trigger with supplied 4-40 x
at the same time. Either side of
not press on the slotted rim.
3/16” screw as shown in Figure
the mounting arm can face
4.
Mount the optical trigger and
8. To allow vertical adjustment
upwards to create the proper
bracket as shown in Figure 9. If
of optical trigger, do not tighten
alignment with the shutter.
clearance is limited, install shut-
screw completely.
Some applications may require
ter and optical trigger assembly
5.
Use an existing screw on the
attaching the mounting arm
together. Either side of the
breaker plate to install the best
directly to the points plate,
mounting arm can face up.
fitting mounting foot as shown
drilling and tapping a new hole
Some applications may require
in Figures 8 and 9. To allow
in the points plate, and cutting
attaching the mounting arm
adjustment, do not tighten
or trimming the mounting arm
directly to the points plate,
screw completely.
or points plate to create the
drilling and tapping a new hole
6.
Select the best fitting shutter
required clearance. Attach
in the points plate, and cutting
with the same number of slots
mounting arm to mounting foot
or trimming the mounting arm
as cylinders for your applica-
with supplied 6-32 x 3/16”
or points plate. Attach mounting
tion. Slide it onto the distributor
screw as shown in Figures 8
arm to mounting foot with sup-
shaft cam until firmly seated
and 9. To allow adjustment, do
plied 6-32 x 3/16” screw as
and level. Make sure that the
not tighten the screw complete-
shown in Figures 8 and 9. To
flats or springs inside shutter
ly. Pass optical trigger cable
allow adjustment, do not tighten
line up with the flats on the dis-
through exit hole used for the
the screw completely. Pass opti-
tributor cam. Use a socket to
points wire.
cal trigger cable through exit
press the shutter down into
9.
Adjust the optical trigger height
hole used for the points wire.
position. To prevent breaking
so that the shutter rim is
5.
MG TC/TD only: cut points
the shutter, do not press on the
approximately in the middle of
plate at capacitor recess. Install
slotted rim. If the shutter is a
the trigger opening as shown in
trigger in recess area. Trim
loose fit when you slide it onto
Figure 4. Check for clearance
mounting arm. Do not use foot.
the points cam, apply several
around all parts. Verify that the
6.
Adjust the optical trigger height
drops of Super Glue.
shutter is level and does not rub
so that the shutter rim is
7.
Reassemble the distributor in
or touch. If required, readjust it.
approximately in the middle of
reverse order of step 3.
Reinstall rotor.
the trigger opening as shown in
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screw as shown in
Figure 10. Bosch Hall Effect
Figure 11. Removal Procedure
Figure 8. To allow
vertical adjustment of
ROTOR
optical trigger, do not
RELUCTOR
ROLL PIN
tighten screw
SNAP RING
ROLL PIN
completely.
4. Shutters for Bosch
RELUCTOR
applications have a
small “V” groove that
matches the distributor
STATOR
DUST
shaft. Select a shutter
SHOP
SHIELD
with the same number
RAG
of slots as cylinders for
HALL EFFECT
your application. Slide
SENDING UNIT
ON CARRIER
shutter onto the
PLATE
distributor shaft until
BOSCH MAGNETIC
firmly seated and level. You
REMOVE AND
CUT WIRES
can use the rotor or a large
DISTRIBUTOR
socket as a tool to press
1.
Refer to Figure 12. Remove
the shutter down.
snap ring and washer used to
10. Reinstall distributor onto
5.
Mount the optical trigger
and
retain reluctor. Remove reluctor.
engine. Make sure you align the
bracket as shown in Figure 9. If
Pull reluctor straight up or pry
marks you made in steps 1
clearance is limited, install shut-
up using two screwdrivers as
and 2.
ter and optical trigger assembly
shown in Figure 11. Remove
11. Proceed with ignition module
at the same time. Either side of
second snap ring retaining
installation on page 10.
the mounting arm can face
magnetic pickup. Remove mag-
upwards to create the proper
netic pickup. Remove screws
BOSCH HALL EFFECT
alignment with the shutter.
holding carrier plate, stator, and
DISTRIBUTOR
Attach mounting arm to mount-
vacuum advance mechanism.
ing foot with supplied 6-32 x
Note screw lengths and loca-
1.
Refer to Figure 10. Remove
3/16” screw as shown in
tions for future reassembly.
snap ring and washer used to
Figures 8 and 9. To allow
Remove snap ring and washer
retain reluctor. Remove reluctor.
adjustment, do not tighten the
retaining stator and carrier
Pry reluctor up using two
screw completely.
plate. Remove stator and carrier
screwdrivers as shown in
6.
Pass optical trigger cable
plate from distributor. Remove
Figure 11. Pull up and remove
through exit hole used for the
stator from carrier plate (held by
Hall effect connector from dis-
OE pickup. If possible, use the
three screws from bottom of
tributor housing. Pry off cable
original rubber grommet to seal
carrier plate).
tie-down from carrier plate.
the cable exit hole.
2.
Reinstall carrier plate, vacuum
Removal of Hall effect
7.
Adjust the optical trigger height
advance mechanism, distributor
sending unit is not required, but
so that the shutter rim is
cap retaining clips, and screws
you should cut the lead wires.
approximately in the middle of
holding carrier plate to distribu-
2.
Select a vacant screw hole on
the trigger opening as shown in
tor body. Attach the small
the carrier plate away from
Figure 4. Check for clearance
mounting foot to the top of sta-
obstructions. Refer to Figures 8
around all parts. Verify that the
tor (side with fingers) using the
and 9 for orientation. Install the
shutter is level and does not rub
supplied 6-32 x 1/2” screw.
large mounting foot. If possible,
or touch. If required, readjust it.
Insert the screw through a hol-
select a threaded hole and use
Reinstall rotor.
low rivet from the bottom of sta-
an original screw. Otherwise,
8.
If distributor was removed, rein-
tor and use a washer and nut
use the supplied 3/16” self tap-
stall it. Align rotor tip with mark
on top. Refer to Figures 8 and 9
ping screw. To allow adjustment,
on engine. Then rotate distribu-
for orientation. To allow adjust-
do not tighten screw
tor to align mark on distributor
ment, do not tighten nut com-
completely.
with rotor tip.
pletely.
3.
Attach mounting arm to
9.
Proceed with ignition module
optical trigger with
installation on page 10.
supplied 4-40 x 3/16”
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6. Mount the optical trigger
2. Select a vacant screw hole on
Figure 12. Bosch Magnetic
and bracket as shown in
the carrier plate away from
ROTOR
Figure 9. If clearance is
obstructions. Install the mount-
limited, install shutter and
ing foot using one of the original
optical trigger assembly at
pickup coil screws. Refer to
the same time. Either side
Figures 8 and 9 for orientation.
DUST
of the mounting arm can
To allow adjustment, do not
SHIELD
face upwards to create the
tighten screw completely.
proper alignment with the
3.
Attach mounting arm to optical
SNAP RING
shutter. Attach mounting
trigger with supplied 4-40 x
WASHER
arm to mounting foot with
3/16” screw as shown in Figure
supplied 6-32 x 3/16” screw
8. To allow vertical adjustment
RELUCTOR
as shown in Figures 8 and
of optical trigger, do not tighten
9. To allow adjustment, do
screw completely.
not tighten the screw
4.
Select the best fitting shutter
SNAP RING
completely.
with the same number of slots
7. Pass optical trigger cable
as cylinders for your applica-
MAGNETIC
through exit hole used for
tion. Slide shutter onto the dis-
PICKUP
the OE pickup. If possible,
tributor shaft until firmly seated
use the original rubber
and level. Make sure that the
SNAP RING
grommet to seal the cable
flat inside the shutter lines up
WASHER
exit hole.
with the distributor shaft. You
8. Adjust the optical trigger
can use the rotor or a large
SHAFT
height so that the shutter
socket as a tool to press the
rim is approximately in the
shutter down.
STATOR
VACUUM
middle of the trigger
5.
If riveted pickup cup could not
ADVANCE
CARRIER
MECHANISM
opening as shown in
be removed in step 1, skip to
PLATE
Figure 4. Check for
step 6. Mount the optical trigger
clearance around all parts.
and bracket as shown in Figure
Verify that the shutter is
9. If clearance is limited, install
level and does not rub or
shutter and optical trigger
3.
Reinstall stator. Rotate stator so
touch. If required, readjust
assembly at the same time.
pin on bottom of stator mates
it. Reinstall rotor.
Either side of the mounting arm
with hole on arm from vacuum
9.
If distributor was removed, rein-
can face upwards to create the
advance mechanism. Reinstall
stall it. Align rotor tip with mark
proper alignment with the shut-
washer and snap ring in original
on engine. Then rotate distribu-
ter. Attach mounting arm to
groove on distributor shaft
tor to align mark on distributor
mounting foot with supplied 6-
above stator.
with rotor tip.
32 x 3/16” screw as shown in
4.
Attach mounting arm to optical
10. Proceed with ignition module
Figures 8 and 9. To allow
trigger with supplied 4-40 x
installation on page 10.
adjustment, do not tighten the
3/16” screw as shown in Figure
screw completely. Skip to
8. To allow vertical adjustment
HITACHI DISTRIBUTOR
step 7.
of optical trigger, do not tighten
6.
If riveted pickup cup could not
screw completely.
1.
Remove three screws holding
be removed in step 1, install
5.
Select the best fitting shutter
stator and remove stator.
optical trigger and mounting
with the same number of slots
Remove magnetic ring, pickup
arm directly to a threaded hole
as cylinders for your applica-
coil, and pickup coil lead wires.
in the cup as shown in Figure
tion. Slide shutter onto the dis-
Remove cup surrounding the
13. Do not use mounting foot.
tributor shaft until firmly seated
pickup coil if cup is held by
Use an original screw and the
and level. Make sure that the
screws. Keep screws for later
spacer provided in the parts
keyway inside the shutter lines
use. Do not attempt to remove
bag. To allow adjustment, do
up with the distributor shaft. You
cup if cup is held by rivets.
not tighten screw completely. In
can use the rotor or a large
Remove reluctor by prying up
case of limited clearance, install
socket as a tool to press the
using two screwdrivers as
the shutter and optical trigger
shutter down.
shown in Figure 11. If cup could
not be removed, skip to step 3.
assembly at the same time.
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3. Attach mounting arm to
8.
Proceed with ignition module
Figure 13. Hitachi Distributor
optical trigger with supplied
installation on page 10.
4-40 x 3/16” screw as
shown in Figure 8. To allow
LUCAS OPUS
vertical adjustment of
DISTRIBUTOR
optical trigger, do not tight
en screw completely.
4. Select the best fitting
12 Cylinder Jaguar with
shutter with the same
fuel injection. Refer to
number of slots as cylinders
the notes on page 8
for your application. Slide
OPTICAL
shutter onto the distributor
before proceeding
TRIGGER
shaft until firmly seated and
with optical trigger
level. Make sure that
installation.
the flat inside the shutter
lines up with the distributor
7.
Pass optical trigger cable
shaft. You can use the rotor or a
1.
Refer to Figure 14. Remove
through exit hole used for the
large socket as a tool to press
snap ring, washer, and O ring
OE pickup. If possible, use the
the shutter down.
used to retain reluctor. Remove
original rubber grommet to seal
5.
Mount the optical trigger and
reluctor by pulling straight up.
the cable exit hole.
bracket as shown in Figure 9. If
Remove the Lucas pickup. Save
8.
Adjust the optical trigger height
clearance is limited, install shut-
the screws. Cut all wires off
so that the shutter rim is
ter and optical trigger assembly
inside distributor. Cut the grom-
approximately in the middle of
at the same time. Either side of
met (location may vary) to cre-
the trigger opening as shown in
the mounting arm can face
ate an opening where the opti-
Figure 4. Check for clearance
upwards to create the proper
cal trigger cable can exit the
around all parts. Verify that the
alignment with the shutter.
distributor.
shutter is level and does not rub
Attach mounting arm to mount-
2.
Lucas 8 cylinder only. Cut off
or touch. If required, readjust it.
ing foot with supplied 6-32 x
resistor mounted between two
Reinstall rotor.
3/16” screw as shown in
posts so that it will not interfere
9.
If distributor was removed, rein-
Figures 8 and 9. To allow
with shutter installation in
stall it. Align rotor tip with mark
adjustment, do not tighten the
step 5.
on engine. Then rotate distribu-
screw completely. Pass
tor to align mark on distributor
optical trigger cable through
Figure 14. Typical Lucas Distributor
with rotor tip.
exit hole used for the OE
Assembly
10. Proceed with ignition module
pickup. If possible, use the
installation on page 10.
original rubber grommet to
seal the cable exit hole.
ROTOR
NIPPONDENSO
6.
Adjust the optical trigger
SNAP RING
DISTRIBUTOR
height so that the shutter
rim is approximately in the
WASHER
1.
Remove pickup coil assembly
middle of the trigger open-
O RING
(snap off dust cover if used),
ing as shown in Figure 4.
and pickup coil lead wires. Keep
OPTICAL
Check for clearance around
SHUTTER
pickup coil screws for later use.
TRIGGER
all parts. Verify that the
ON
Remove reluctor by prying up
shutter is level and does
MOUNTING
using two screwdrivers as
not rub or touch. If required,
BRACKET
shown in Figure 11.
readjust it. Reinstall rotor.
2.
Select a vacant screw hole on
MOUNTING
7.
If distributor was removed,
FOOT
the carrier plate away from
reinstall it. Align rotor tip
obstructions. Install the mount-
with mark on engine. Then
ing foot using one of the original
rotate distributor to align
pickup coil screws. Refer to
mark on distributor with
Figures 8 and 9 for orientation.
MOLEX
rotor tip.
To allow adjustment, do not
TERMINALS
tighten screw completely.
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3.
Lucas distributors with com-
tighten the screws com-
Figure 15. Lucas V12 Distributor
bination amplifier and vacu-
pletely.
um advance unit only.
8.
Pass optical trigger cable
ROTOR
Remove the combo amp/vac
out through rubber grom-
unit (held by two screws on
met (that was cut to cre-
SNAP RING
back of distributor and one
ate an opening in step
WASHER
screw underneath combo unit)
1). Install the optical trig-
O RING
to gain access to wires and
ger and mounting bracket
grommet. Cut off all wires going
assembly using original
SHUTTER
to combo unit. Reassemble unit
screw as shown in
after completing optical trigger
Figures 14 or 15. If using
OPTICAL
installation and make sure vac-
adjustable bracket, do
TRIGGER
uum advance arm is engaged
not tighten screw com-
into pin on advance plate.
pletely. In case of limited
MOUNTING
4.
Lucas V12 with external
clearance, install shutter
FOOT
amplifier. Disassemble top and
and trigger assembly at
bottom halves of distributor.
the same time.
Remove bushing from top shaft
9.
Adjust the optical trigger
to allow shutter installation.
height so that the shutter
Refer to Figure 15 for optical
rim is approximately in
trigger mounting position.
the middle of the trigger
5.
Select the best fitting shutter
opening as shown in
MOLEX
with the same number of slots
Figure 4. Check for clear-
TERMINALS
as cylinders for your applica-
ance around all parts.
tion. You can use the rotor or a
Verify that the shutter is
When an XR700 system is
large socket as a tool to press
level and does not rub or touch.
installed in V12 Jaguars with elec-
the shutter down. Align the
If required, readjust it. Reinstall
tronic fuel injection, the Lucas fuel
large locating tab on bottom of
rotor
injection trigger unit must be
the shutter with the large slot at
10. Reassemble distributor if applic-
retained. Otherwise, the fuel injec-
the bottom of the distributor
able. If distributor was removed,
tion will not function. Follow the opti-
shaft. Refer to Figure 14.
reinstall it. Align rotor tip with
cal trigger installation instructions
Reinstall O ring, washer, and
mark on engine. Then rotate
above, except:
snap ring to retain shutter.
distributor to align mark
Some distributors use a bush-
on distributor with rotor
Figure 16. Lucas V12 Distributor with
ing between the distributor shaft
tip.
Fuel Injection Trigger Unit
and the reluctor. Discard this
10. Lucas 8 cylinder only.
part.
Verify that leading edge
6.
Select the best fitting mounting
of shutter window is
ROTOR
bracket assembly for your dis-
over optical trigger as
SNAP RING
tributor. 4 and 6 cylinder: use
shown in Figure 25. If
WASHER
one piece bracket for Lucas
not, go back to step 6
O RING
pickup held down by two
and use the adjustable
screws. 8 cylinder: use one
two piece bracket
SHUTTER
piece bracket. 12 cylinder: use
assembly to mount the
adjustable two piece bracket
optical trigger.
OPTICAL
assembly with mounting arm
11. Proceed with ignition
TRIGGER
and mounting foot as shown in
module installation on
Figure 8.
page 10.
7.
Attach optical trigger to mount-
MOUNTING
FOOT
ing arm or mounting bracket as
applicable for your distributor.
NOTES FOR
Use the supplied 4-40 x 3/16”
JAGUAR 12 CYL
screw as shown in Figure 8. If
applicable, attach the mounting
WITH FUEL
arm to the mounting foot with
INJECTION
MOLEX
the supplied 6-32 x 3/16” screw.
FUEL INJECTION
TERMINALS
TRIGGER UNIT
To allow adjustment, do not
(MUST KEEP)
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1.
Refer to Figure 16. Remove the
Figure 17. Tighten the screws
6.
Pass optical trigger cable
Lucas timing rotor and ignition
holding the plate.
through exit hole used for the
pickup. Install the optical trigger
3.
Select the best fitting shutter
points wire. Attach cable to
and shutter wheel as explained
with the same number of slots
breaker plate with a nylon tie
above. Use the best fitting sin-
as cylinders for your applica-
wrap. If possible, use the origi-
gle piece bracket to mount the
tion. Install shutter on distributor
nal rubber grommet to seal the
optical trigger.
shaft cam. Make sure that the
cable exit hole. Otherwise, use
2.
The fuel injection trigger unit
flat springs inside the shutter
silicone sealer to seal the hole.
(held down by four screws)
line up with the cam flats. Use a
7.
Proceed with ignition module
must be retained. Note that this
socket to press the shutter
installation on page 10.
trigger unit requires a special
down into position. To prevent
Lucas rotor that has a magnet
breaking the shutter, do not
MALLORY UNILITE
at the rear. The magnet triggers
press on the slotted rim.
DISTRIBUTOR
the fuel injection trigger unit.
4.
Attach the optical trigger to the
mounting bracket with the sup-
1.
Remove the Unilite module
MALLORY YL DUAL
plied 4-40 x 3/16” screw as
from the distributor. Clean the
grease from the mounting plate.
POINT DISTRIBUTOR
shown in Figure 17. Do not over
tighten this screw.
2.
Refer to Figure 18. Attach the
1.
Remove wire from dual breaker
5.
Adjust the optical trigger height
optical trigger to the mounting
points to coil. Do not damage
so that the shutter rim is
bracket with the supplied 4-40 x
rubber grommet through which
approximately in the middle of
3/16” screw. The mounting
wire exits distributor.
the trigger opening as shown in
bracket attaches to the original
2.
Loosen the two screws holding
Figure 4. Check for clearance
distributor plate and the optical
the Mallory points plate and
around all parts. Verify that the
trigger will face up to match the
remove the plate (with attached
shutter is level and does not rub
Mallory Unilite combination
dual points and condenser) by
or touch. If required, readjust it.
rotor/shutter. Use a cable tie to
pulling it up. Install the new
Reinstall rotor.
attach the optical trigger cable
plate supplied with the optical
to the small strain relief tab on
trigger installation kit. Refer to
the mounting bracket.
Figure 17. Mallory YL Distributor
Figure 18. Mallory Unilite Distributor
ROTOR
ROTOR / SHUTTER
SHUTTER
OPTICAL
TRIGGER
BREAKER
OPTICAL
PLATE
TRIGGER
WITH BRACKET
FOR OPTICAL
TRIGGER
MOUNTING
PLATE
WITH BRACKET
FOR OPTICAL
TRIGGER
MOLEX
MOLEX
TERMINALS
TERMINALS
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3.
Install the optical
Figure 19. Basic XR700 and XR3000 Hookup
trigger and brack-
et assembly on
the distributor
plate in the same
position where
MAKE SURE WIRE
the Unilite mod-
COLORS MATCH FROM
OPTICAL
SIDE TO SIDE WHEN YOU
ule was mounted.
TRIGGER CABLE
INSERT TERMINALS
Use the screws
INTO MOLEX PLUG
that held the
XR700 OR XR3000
IGNITION MODULE
Unilite module.
4.
Pass optical trig-
MOLEX
BLACK
ger cable through
PLUG
DISTRIBUTOR
GROUND TERMINAL
exit hole used for
WITH OPTICAL
CONNECT TO ENGINE
TRIGGER
BLOCK OR CHASSIS
the Unilite wires.
YELLOW
RED
Leave enough
XR3000 ONLY:
JUMPER BALLAST
slack to allow
WITH 14 AWG WIRE
movement of
vacuum advance
IGNITION
+
RUN
mechanism (if
SWITCH
RPMX100
OE BALLAST
RESISTANCE
equipped). If pos-
COIL
START
sible, use the
TACH
(IF USED)
original rubber
grommet to seal
+12V
BATTERY
the cable exit
hole. Otherwise,
use silicone seal-
1.
Mount the XR700 or XR3000
wires at coil. XR700 or XR3000
er to seal the hole.
ignition module in any conve-
module connections will be
5.
Reinstall the Mallory Unilite
nient location on the firewall or
made at the Bosch coil.
combination rotor/shutter.
a fender well. Avoid locations
Proceed to step 9.
Check for clearance between
directly exposed to engine or
4.
Hitachi systems. Disconnect
shutter and optical trigger.
exhaust header heat or where
and remove OE module. Some
6.
Proceed with ignition module
water can splash. Do not mount
Hitachi modules are located in
installation.
it on the engine. Use the two
the passenger compartment.
sheet metal screws provided to
Use electrical tape to tape off
IGNITION MODULE
mount the ignition module.
all wires that ran to the Hitachi
INSTALLATION
Make sure that the wires will
ignition module. To avoid dis-
reach to the coil and distributor
connecting accessories (such
with some slack for engine
as tach), do not remove any
movement.
wires at coil or ballast resistor.
This section covers 12
2.
Basic wiring hookup is
XR700 or XR3000 module con-
volt negative ground
shown in Figure 19. Use this
nections will be made at the coil
installations only. Refer
figure for all applications
terminals. Proceed to step 9.
to the Appendix for posi-
except certain Lucas Opus
5.
Nippondenso systems. The
tive ground vehicles and
applications described below.
OE Nippondenso module (igni-
applications where the
Before you connect the wires,
tor) is mounted on the coil.
check to see if sections 3 to 8
Disconnect and remove the
XR700 is used to trigger
apply to your application.
ignitor. Use electrical tape to
a CD ignition. Note that
3.
Bosch systems. Disconnect
tape off all wires that ran to
XR700 systems for 6 volt
and remove the OE Bosch
ignitor. To avoid disconnecting
applications are no
module. Use electrical tape to
accessories (such as tach), do
longer available and that
tape off both the module plug
not remove any other wires to
the XR3000 can only be
and plug at distributor on OE
coil or ballast resistor. XR700 or
harness. To avoid disconnecting
XR3000 module connections
used in 12 volt negative
accessories (such as tach), do
will be made at the coil termi-
ground applications.
not cut plugs off or remove any
nals. Proceed to step 9.
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