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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - Electronic ignition?

Are these any good?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310223464354&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Seems like a cheap way to be rid of points ignition, if it works.
J Mee

yes they are very good. The types that use an external module are older technology and were more expensive to produce. I have one fitted to my midget and one in the GT.
Nick Sayle

I have one of those kits on my BGT, works every bit as good as the pertronix systems I've used on previous cars. So far done 12,000 miles without a hitch.

Electronic ignition make a world of difference over points. Well worth it.
Mike

Thanks for that, I'll press some buttons and empty my account a bit more!
J Mee

Take a look at the thread 'Simonbbc electronic ignition' of a few weeks ago

Regards

JohnT
John Turner (Midget & MGB)

But do be very carefull with the wires, the insulation splits very easily.
I had mine fitted and removed a it again a day later to change the springs and on the black wire the insulation had split, just outside of the grommet
Alex G Matla

for about a pound its worth covering the wires with heat shrink
Nick Sayle

are these the same units
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/LAND-ROVER-DEFENDER-4-CYL-PET-ELECTRONIC-IGNITION-KIT-/110509681305?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item19bae3ea99

and

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Electronic-Ignition-Kit-45D-Lucas-MG-Midget-1500cc-/110523999911?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item19bbbe66a7
mark (1977 1500 Midget) Preston Lancs

I used the Britpart kit on my 1500 no problems at all and at about £18 all in, very well worth doing. It definitely smooths out the engine especially at higher revs as no 'points bounce'.


I bought mine from this supplier. See link below:

http://www.mm-4x4.com/britpart-electronic-conversion-kit-2720-p.asp

Steve Lowiss.
s lowiss

Mark - They certainly look the same, I guess they think us MG owners can afford more than the Landrover Defender drivers, though I suppose if they could afford more they'd buy a 'proper' Landrover.

Steve - I had problems with the 'blue' unit when I fitted one to my MGB, after a short while the engine lost power when it got warm. I've had no problems with the 'red' module that replaced it on SimonBBC's catalogue. How long have you used the blue module for?

Mike
Mike

Reply to Mike;

The one I received from them was the Red Module and no problems to date.

Steve Lowiss
s lowiss

MGB Hive are selling them for £45 on fleabay
Dave O'Neill 2

As my old Granddad used to say: "you get what you pay for".

I've been using Pertronix Ignitor modules for years, a little more expensive than these recent alternatives, but I've never had one fail in 20+ years of use!

I just install them & forget them...

The choice is yours...'nough said.

Dave ;)
Dave Rhine ('78 1500)

"You get what you pay for"

So if you buy the same unit on eBay for twice the price then it will be twice as reliable?
Mike

Of course not...re-read my post!

I said I've been using Pertronix for years with no failures, there are now some cheaper alternatives on the market, but I don't think I'd trust them.

I, personally don't want to be sitting on the side of the road, when I should be driving.

These newer (cheaper) versions may be just as good, I don't know, but I'll stick to what I know works.

Each to his own...
Dave Rhine ('78 1500)

Hey, Mr. Mee - just wanted to add a mention here (as I just did on your other thread) that once you've fitted one of these electronic triggers, you'll probably need to reset your timing. Been there myself when I installed a PerTronix; the triggering point is different on the electronic pickup than it was with the points.

Cheers,

-:G:-
Gryf Ketcherside

This thread was discussed between 08/06/2010 and 12/06/2010

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