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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by johnjzjz
you have that a bit off - all Harleys from the factory EVO - shovel - are dual fire ignition be it one or even 2 plugs per cylinder - you can buy a single fire ignition what that does is fire one cylinder at a time instead of the waste fire as its called from Harley

in my shop we use the ultima ignition and a dyna coil not the ultima coil as its junk

but dyna's kit is also a good unit -- they as an electronic controlled ignition has switches to change it from dual to single fire for you combo as well as a rev limit and advance curve for performance mods
OK thanks for clearing that up for me. So what would you recommend the ultima electronic ignition and a dynamic coil or would you recommend the Dyna kit and be done with it
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 06:52 PM
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Where is your shop at John
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 07:05 PM
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I am in jersey - you can buy what ever is cheapest in a search for both
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by johnjzjz
I am in jersey - you can buy what ever is cheapest in a search for both
OK which dyna kit is good. I saw race said that the Dyna s was out dated like mine was so I was just wondering what you thought. Also on the ultima to program it you have to buy the program kit also. Damn I was hoping you were in missouri with your shop lol
 
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all the ignitions today are plug and play almost or maybe a little wire ends

go to your local indy say hello and get his opinion on a replacement and cost then go amazon and even flea bay - if he is close then get it from him - they all come with good directions
 
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Originally Posted by johnjzjz
all the ignitions today are plug and play almost or maybe a little wire ends

go to your local indy say hello and get his opinion on a replacement and cost then go amazon and even flea bay - if he is close then get it from him - they all come with good directions
Right on man thanks for the info I'll see what I can find
 
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And...Send me that crappy old thing ya gots...OK
 
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i need wiring diagram plesse anyone.i just gotta get it on today!!!
 
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As John said. Get an Ultima and a good coil and your good to go. You definitely want a unit with a led that helps you set the base static timing.. So much easier..

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