Home Bronco TSB Summaries Recent Updates Gallery Submit A Link Unique Visitors: 367715	FORD BRONCO -> IGNITION; plugs/wires, distributors, MSD, firing orders; switch & ignition actuator rod, TSBs... -> System; Davis Unified Ignition (DUI), Duraspark, Thick Film Ignition (TFI), MSD, Jacobs, Crane, PerTronix -> Duraspark WELCOME to MIESK5's BIG BRONCO LINKS - We now have over 26,000 LINKs! This is a Ford Bronco, Truck & Van Technical & Parts LINKS site developed by the MIESK5 Family & is not affiliated with the Ford Motor Co. in any manner. Although we initially developed this site for 78-96 Big Broncos, information in many Links also applies to F, E Series & Cars. UPDATE; all Links via web.archive may be down; Copy orig. URL & go to http://replay.waybackmachine.org/ to search for the new archived copy Select A Link: 1, 2 & 3 Overview & Schematics "In 1974, Ford/Mercury began to use breakerless ignition systems. The first of these electronic ignition systems was originally just referred to as the breakerless ignition system, but later, in 1977, it became known as Duraspark. The Duraspark I system, and the next version, Duraspark II were nearly identical in operation, and virtually identical in appearance. All Duraspark II systems are easily identified by having a two-piece, flat topped distributor cap. Duraspark I was discontinued after the 1981 model year In 1980, the new Duraspark III system was introduced..." (under license from Delmar Publishers, comb of Chilton/Nichols/Delmar & Haynes); some may be incorrect, as reported by Seabronc, thanks Seabronc! NEW SITE URL!!! MUST REGISTER TO VIEW; select year, make, model, engine size and go to appropriate section Source: by Chilton via AutoZone Conversion to Durapark 2 Source: by therangerstation.com Conversion, 3 to 2 in an 83 Source: by Michael C (collinsperformance, The Money Monster) at SuperMotors.net Conversion, 3 to 2 in an 83 (pic Links here are dead; see his SuperMotors site for the pics Source: by Michael C (collinsperformance, The Money Monster) at FSB Description & pics, prior to 85 (usually on driver's side fender well under the hood) Source: by trustmymechanic.com Diagram, Durapark 3 Source: by Vincent C at autorepair.about.com Duraspark 2 Troubleshooting Source: by bobcat.ca Duraspark 2 Troubleshooting Source: by arrc.epnet.com Duraspark 2 Wiring Diagram for 70s Ford Source: by Brent W at carbdford.com Ignition Module 4 Pin Socket Pigtail Wiring Info &pic in an 84; "...if you can go 12AWG instead of 10AWG it will be a lot easier. The 10AWG is a real tight fit and will tear the boot off if you don't ease it in with a small flathead. The 12AWg should fit fine..." READ MORE Source: by 84broncoAZ at FSB Location Diagram (part of EEC III Testing, Pin-Out, Wiring & Vacuum Diagrams) in an 82; "...Woe was me, when I found out my 82 Ford Bronco was an EEC 3; had searched all over the engine compartment for the infamous "self test connector", only to find NONE..." Source: by Tommy at home.comcast.net/~TommySpace/EEC3.html No Spark Troubleshooting, General; "...Secondary ignition voltage can shock you. Do NOT hold or touch a spark plug wire while cranking the engine. disconnect one of the plug wires from a spark plug and place the end of the wire near a metal surface on the engine. You can insert a small Phillips screwdriver into the end of the wire (the plug boot), or a small bolt or nail to provide a conductive path. Then crank the engine and look for a spark to jump from the screwdriver, bolt or nail in the end of the plug wire to the engine. If you do not see a spark, there is an ignition problem..." Source: by aa1car.com No Start Troubleshooting Source: by Seabronc (Rosie, Fred W) at Ford Bronco Zone Forums Overview & Diagram, Durapark 3 Source: by Automotive Questions and Answers Overview Diagram in a 78 w/Nomenclature Source: by Indybronco (Lula Mae) at SuperMotors.net Overview, Wiring Diagram, Conversions, Durapark 2; "...Duraspark II electronic ignition was used on 1977 to 1984 Ford V-8 passenger car and light truck engines. This article refers to the Duraspark II control module with a BLUE strain relief bushing, one 4-pin connector, and one 2-pin connector. Another version of the system has an additional 3-pin wiring connector, and two YELLOW strain relief bushings..." Source: by The Ford V-8 Engine Workshop Overview, Wiring Diagrams, etc., Durapark 2 Source: by Sandy at webpages.charter Parts Break-Out Diagram in a 78 w/Nomenclature Source: by Indybronco (Lula Mae) at SuperMotors.net Test Using Actron Ignition Module & Engine Sensor Tester Source: by actron.com Testing Story in an 80 F 150; "...a Parts House Adventure..." Source: by Richard M at nxtbook.com Timing, Durapark 3 Source: by horsepuller at fte Wiring Diagram for 302 & 351 W, Durapark 2 Source: by therangerstation.com Wiring Diagram for 70s Ford, Durapark 2 Source: by Bill W at billwrigley.com Wiring Diagram for 84 Bronco & F-Series (partial); "...Similar to 80-91 Bronco & F-Series..." Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net Wiring Diagram in 78 Bronco & 76-78 F Series Source: by Blue79 at photobucket.com Wiring Diagram in a 79 Source: by Chilton Wiring Diagram in an 81 F 150 Source: by Chilton via miesk5 at FSB Wiring Diagram in an 83 see #3 Source: by Seabronc (Rosie, Fred W) at Ford Bronco Zone Forums Wiring Diagram in an 84 Source: by toddcomputer.com Wiring Diagram in an 86 & Ford truck Source: by Agnem (The Moosestang) at webshots.com Wiring Diagram, Haynes for a 78 Source: by Mike S (Broncster, BRONKSTER) at SuperMotors.net Wiring Diagram, using Magnetic Pickup Trigger Source: by Bill A (BillaVista) at pirate4x4.com