Modifying Ignition Timing

Hi guys,

I have an old 323 '87. And I want to modify the ignition timing system, instead of moving/rotating the distribution cap, can I modify it to adjust it electronically ?
I have an idea, I don't know is it possible or not, to delay the signal from the cdi to ignition coils, and change the spark cable sequence.
Here's my explanation, if I delay the signal, it means "retard", but it is for the cylinder that will be combust, but it is "advance" for the next cylinder. so if I switch the spark cable, is it possible ?
And if it's possible, any of you have an idea how to delay it with a very simple device ?

Thank you in advance.

I don't understand your point, are you trying to be smarter than than the engineers that built the car?

Clifton

I don't understand your point, are you trying to be smarter than than the engineers that built the car?

Clifton

No, you missed my point.

On new car, the ignition timing is set by ecu. My car still using manual ignition timing to set. I would like to put something so it can be adjust electronically.

Do you have any idea ?

Thanks

Electromotive makes direct ignition systems with provisions for timing adjustments. The units I have seen have a trigger on the front pulley and the distributor is eliminated. Do a Google search on Electromotive Ignition. Here is one example I found with a quick search.
http://www.racetep.com/hpx.htm

Clifton

Thanks, I'll check it out.

Regards,
Andy

yikes

just switch the wires 90 degrees clockwise then go 2 teeth on the distributor the other way, it will run awesome

mazdatech60, You said.
"just switch the wires 90 degrees clockwise then go 2 teeth on the distributor the other way, it will run awesome"

If I understand your comment, you suggest moving the ignition wires 90 degrees clockwise and then move the distributor drive gear two teeth counter-clockwise. Moving the drive gear two teeth will also move the distributor rotor counter-clockwise.

Assume you have set number one cylinder to TDC compression stroke. Assume that the normal position for number 1 cylinder is at 12 o'clock. The rotor should also be at 12 o'clock. After moving the ignition wires 90 degrees clockwise the number one cylinder wire will be at 3 o'clock. The rotor is still at 12 o'clock. The drive gear is moved 2 teeth counter-clockwise. The rotor also moves counter-clockwise. Lets say that two teeth moves the rotor 80 degrees, (I just counted the teeth on a distributor drive, not Mazda, it has 9 teeth). The rotor is now near 10 o'clock, but it needs to be near 3 o'clock for the engine to run. The ignition timing would be almost 180 degrees off.

Clifton

you are looking way to deep into this, what i said was a joke.
the ecm will adjust the timing to what it needs anyways.

Ok, No problem, I realize the ecm will adjust as needed. Since we don't know the people posting, it's sometimes difficult to determine if they a serious.

Regards, Clifton