034 EFI

[Marc Swanson]

> I don't think it is worth it if you've got EFI on the horizon.  here's
> why:
>
> 1. the ignition and fuel system are integrated so you need more junk
> 2. the 5kt ignition system depends on a flywheel sender or cam pins for
> triggering
> 3. the 2.3 (NF/NG) system is separate from fuel system, and uses a 5
> window distributor to trigger it
> 4. You can put in the turbo plumbing, install and fire up EFI, and still
> use the stock ignition system at first.

I agree with Huw here 100%.  In fact, I'm probably going to convert to a 90q
setup once I get the car running again with my current setup (mc
fuel/ignition wiring + efi).  Just so much less wiring and components that
you don't need!

> I don't see the point of installing all that wiring from the 5kt just to
> rip it out later.  Just do the turbo/EFI work, get it smogged, take a
> breather and start looking for your ignition system donor vehicle (there
> are many!)

I'm on the lookout for an f'd up 80/90.  I've made mine too nice now to rip
it apart :-)


> I haven't really btdt, but I did once spend a long afternoon on Marc
> Swanson's garage floor separating out that insane 5kt wiring harness
> from all the stuff that isn't even fuel or ignition related in it!

That was the afterrun harness which you helped me rip apart.  I'll be keeping
that irregardless of what ignition system I run because it runs my afterrun
coolant pump which I will be keeping.  The 5kt fuel system/ignition wiring is
MOSTLY in one harness but as Huw said, go with the 90q setup.


-Marc-
87 4ktq
88 90q