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SPORT 6

ELECTRONIC IGNITION CONTROL

FORM 1662M 09/06

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Some SPORT 6 models include a single

stage RPM limiter. You can set various

settings using the switches that are located

in the end bracket. See Figure 1 of this

instruction form for more information about

the rev limiting and ignition retard features.

Battery

The SPORT 6 Ignition Control operates on

any negative ground, 12 volt electrical

system with a distributor. It will also work

with 16 volt batteries and can withstand a

momentary spike of 24 volts in case of jump

starts. This system delivers full voltage with

a supply of 10-18 volts, and operates with a

supply voltage as low as 8 volts. If your

application does not use an alternator, allow

at least 15 amp/hours for every half hour of

operation. If you crank the engine with the

same battery or other accessories, such as

an electric fuel or water pump, increase the

amp/hour rating.

Coils

For optimum performance with your SPORT 6

Ignition Control, we recommend a Mallory

PROMASTER® Coil P/N 29440 or 30440 or

30441 Mallory PROMASTER® E. For

continuous high rpm use, coil part numbers

29625, 30625 or 30626 can also be used.

You may also use most stock coils designed

for use with OEM electronic ignitions.

NOTE: Do not use Mallory’s PROMASTER®

Coil P/N 28880.

Tachometers

The yellow wire on the SPORT 6 Ignition

Control provides a trigger signal for

tachometers, shift lights, or other add-on

RPM activated devices. This wire produces

a 12 volts square wave signal with a 20%

duty cycle.

Some vehicles with factory tachometers may

require a tach adapter to work with the

SPORT 6 Ignition Control. If your GM vehicle

uses an inline filter, it may cause the tach to

drop to zero on acceleration. If this occurs,

bypass the filter. For more information on

tachometers, see page 5.

Spark Plugs

Using the correct spark plug and heat range

is important for optimum performance.

Because there are so many

variables to consider, we suggest starting

with your engine manufacturer’s spark plug

recommendation. From there, you can

experiment with small changes in plug gap

and heat range to obtain the best performance

from your engine. We also recommend

non-resistor spark plugs.

Foreign Vehicles

Because of modern fuel injection systems,

some foreign vehicles may require a

tachometer/fuel injection adapter to work

with the SPORT 6 Ignition Control.

NOTE: Do not install the SPORT 6 Ignition

Control in any vehicle that is originally

equipped with a CD ignition control.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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FORM 1662M 09/06 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SPORT 6 ELECTRONIC IGNITION CONTROL GENERAL INFORMATION Some SPORT 6 models include a single stage RPM limiter. You can set various settings using the switches that are located in the end bracket. See Figure 1 of this instruction form for more information about the rev limiting and ignition retard features. Tachometers The yellow wire on the SPORT 6 Ignition Control provides a trigger signal for tachometers, shift lights, or other add-on RPM activated devices.
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Spark Plug Wires High quality, spiral wound wire and proper routing are essential to the operation of the SPORT 6 Ignition Control. This type of wire provides a good path for the spark to follow while minimizing electromagnetic interference (EMI). NOTE: Do not use solid core spark plug wires with the SPORT 6 Ignition Control. Routing Wires should be routed away from sharp edges, moving objects, and heat sources. Wires that are next to each other in the engine’s firing order should be separated.
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WIRING Wire Length All of the wires of the SPORT 6 Ignition Control may be shortened as long as quality connectors are used or soldered in place. To lengthen the wires, use one size larger gauge wire (12 gauge for power leads, 16 gauge for all others). Use the proper connectors to terminate all wires. All connections must be soldered and sealed. Grounds A poor ground connection can cause many frustrating problems. When a wire is specified to go to ground, connect it to the chassis.
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COMMON COLORS FOR MAG PICKUP WIRES Distributor Mag + Mag – Mallory Crank Trigger Purple Green Mallory Billet Competition Distributor, Series Nos. 81 and 84 Orange Purple ® Mallory COMP 9000 Series Nos.
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THEFT DETERRENT The SPORT 6 Ignition Control provides an easy way to install a theft deterrent kill switch. See Figure 2. Green Wire Trigger When using the green wire to trigger the SPORT 6 Ignition Control, install a switch to the green wire and the other side to ground. When the green wire is grounded, the vehicle will crank but will not start. Magnetic Pickup Trigger When using the mag pickup to trigger the SPORT 6 Ignition Control, install a switch across the magnetic pickup violet wire to ground.
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Ballast Resistor If you have a current trigger tach (originally connected to coil (+) positive) and use the green wire of the SPORT 6 for triggering, you can purchase a Chrysler Dual Ballast Resistor (1973-76 applications).
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Misses and Intermittent Problems Experience has shown that if your engine is misfiring or hesitating at higher RPM, it is usually not an ignition problem. Most common causes include a coil or plug wire failure, arcing from the cap or boot plug to ground or spark ionization inside the cap. Perform the following checks: • Inspect the plug wires at the cap and at the spark plug for a tight connection. Visually inspect for cuts, abrasions, or burns. • Inspect the primary coil wire connections.
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FIGURE 6 ® FIGURE 7 ® SEE WIRE COLOR CHART PAGE 4 FIGURE 8 ® 8 www.malloryracing.
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FIGURE 14 ® D CB A FIGURE 15 ® MALLORY IS A DIVISION OF THE MR. GASKET PERFORMANCE GROUP 10601 MEMPHIS AVE. #12, CLEVELAND, OH 44144 216.688.8300 FAX 216.688.8306 12 www.malloryracing.com FORM 1662M 09/06 Made in U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.