Hitachi6CYL Ready-Fire Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit

Description

Hitachi6CYL Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit

Upgrade your 6-cylinder engine’s ignition system with the Hitachi6CYL Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit. This kit replaces traditional breaker points and condenser in specific Hitachi distributors, offering enhanced performance and reliability.

Compatibility

The Hitachi6CYL kit is designed for 6-cylinder Hitachi distributors with the following model numbers:

• D409
• D414-83 (Note: Module plate mounting holes may need modification for proper fit.)
• D4A6
• D610-58

Please verify your distributor’s model number to ensure compatibility.

Chevrolet
1974-75 4-cyl LUV Pickup – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Dodge
1980 4-cyl Colt, Challenger with 1400, 1600 engine – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1981 4-cyl Colt – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Ford Trucks
1972-73 4-cyl Courier 1800cc – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Hitachi 4-Cylinder Distributors:

D411-89 – Hitachi6CYL
D412-69 – Hitachi6CYL
D413-99 – Hitachi6CYL
D4A2-01 – Hitachi6CYL
D609 – Hitachi6CYL
D6A4 – Hitachi6CYL
Hitachi 6-Cylinder Distributors:

D409 – Hitachi6CYL
D414-83 – Hitachi6CYL (Module plate mounting holes need to be elongated and counter-sunk for proper clearance.)
D4A6 – Hitachi6CYL
D610-58 – Hitachi6CYL
Honda
1973-79 4-cyl Civic – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1975-79 4-cyl Accord, CVCC – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1977-79 4-cyl Prelude – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Hyundai
1984-86 4-cyl Pony, Stellar- Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Mazda (except rotary engines)
1970-71 4-cyl 1200, 1500- Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1970-74 4-cyl 1800- Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1971-72 4-cyl 616 (1600cc) 808 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1972-73 4-cyl 1600cc 7 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1972-74 4-cyl B1600, 616, 618 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1972 4-cyl 618 (1800cc) – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Mitsubishi 4-Cylinder Distributors

T3T21091 – Hitachi6CYL
T4T21872 1986 Navara Z24 with Mitsubishi distributor – Hitachi6CYL
Replaces Nissan 22145-18005 or Bosch GH203 contact points – Hitachi6CYL

Plymouth
1980-81 4-cyl 1400cc, 1600cc – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Subaru
1975 4-cyl DL, GL- Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1969-73 4-cyl 1000, 1100, 1300G – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1975-76 4-cyl DL (1400cc) – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Datsun/Nissan
1977 4-cyl F10, 200SX, B-210, 620 Truck, 710 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1966-67 4-cyl 411 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1966-69 4-cyl 520 Truck, 521 Truck – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1968-69 4-cyl 510 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1967-70 4-cyl 311 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1971-73 4-cyl B-110 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1974-76 4-cyl B-210, 610, 620 Truck, 710 – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1979-80 4-cyl 210 A12 engine – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL
1986 4-cyl Navara Z24 with Mitsubishi T4T21872 distributor – Hitachi6CYL
1970-73 6-cyl 240Z – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Nissan (Mexico) 4-cyl Bosch distributor 9 230 040 006 – Hitachi6CYL

Datsun/Nissan Industrial
All 4-cyl D-11, H-20 engines – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Mitsubishi 4-cyl 4G54 – Hitachi6CYL

Hitachi 4-cyl J-15, H-20 – Hitachi6CYL

All Hitachi 6-cyl H-30, P-40 engine – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Komatsu Industrial
1990 and earlier 4-cyl Nissan engines – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

All 4-cyl H20 engine – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

All 6-cyl P-40 engine – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

TCM Industrial
All 4-cyl FG, FCG 10-25 Series Lift Truck (Nissan H-20 engine) – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

All 6-cyl FG, FCG 30, 35 Series Lift Truck (Nissan H-30 PPU) – Hitachi – Hitachi6CYL

Applications

This kit is suitable for various vehicles equipped with compatible Hitachi 6-cylinder distributors. Notable applications include:

• Datsun/Nissan
  • 1970-1973 240Z
• Industrial Engines
  • All 6-cylinder H-30 and P-40 engines
• Komatsu Industrial
  • All 6-cylinder P-40 engines (1990 and earlier)
• TCM Industrial
  • FG and FCG 30, 35 Series Lift Trucks with Nissan H-30 PPU engines

For a comprehensive list of compatible models and applications, please refer to the manufacturer’s documentation.

Installation Instructions

Note: Before beginning the installation, ensure the vehicle’s battery is disconnected to prevent accidental electrical discharge.

1. Preparation
   • Turn off the ignition switch and disconnect the battery’s ground strap.
   • Remove the distributor cap, keeping the spark plug wires attached unless replacing the cap.
   • Take out the rotor from the distributor shaft.
2. Remove Existing Components
   • Detach the existing breaker points and condenser from the distributor.
   • Clean the distributor’s interior, especially the breaker plate and cam, to remove any grease or debris.
3. Install the Hitachi6CYL Module
   • Apply a thin layer of the provided thermal paste to the base of the new ignition module.
   • Position the module onto the distributor’s breaker plate, aligning the screw holes.
   • Secure the module using the original screws, ensuring it sits flat and snug on the breaker plate.
4. Install the Magnetic Sleeve
   • Place the provided 6-cylinder magnetic sleeve over the distributor cam.
   • Ensure the sleeve is seated properly and rotates freely without obstruction.
5. Wiring
   • Connect the module’s red wire to the positive terminal of the ignition coil.
   • Connect the module’s black wire to the negative terminal of the ignition coil.
   • Route the wires carefully to avoid contact with moving parts or high-heat areas.
6. Reassembly
   • Reinstall the rotor onto the distributor shaft.
   • Replace the distributor cap, ensuring all wires are securely connected.
7. Final Steps
   • Reconnect the battery’s ground strap.
   • Start the engine and check for proper operation.
   • Use a timing light to verify and adjust the ignition timing as per the manufacturer’s specifications.

Important Notes

• Ensure the ignition coil has a primary resistance of at least 3.0 ohms. Using a coil with lower resistance may damage the module.
• This kit is designed for 12-volt, negative ground electrical systems only.
• Regularly inspect all connections and components to maintain optimal performance.

For detailed diagrams and additional support, please refer to the official installation guide provided by the manufacturer.

VERY IMPORTANT — BEFORE ORDERING:

Some distributors of vehicles, boats, etc. may differ, according to whether the stock distributor is still in place or a replacement distributor has been installed. Some otherwise similar or identical engines use different distributor brands and/or different distributor part numbers. We need your distributor’s brand name, distributor part number and number of engine cylinders to ensure that the electronic ignition conversion kit is the correct one for your particular distributor.

If your distributor part number, normally found on the side of the distributor body, is not among those listed on the relevant web page, chances are, the Ready-Fire ignition conversion kit won’t fit your distributor.

It’s imperative that we know your distributor’s brand name, distributor part number and the number of cylinders of your engine. You may need to remove the distributor temporarily, so that you can read the distributor part number from the side of the distributor body. Usually, the side of your distributor will be covered with oil and dirt, so you’ll need to clean it to find the distributor brand name and exact part number.

We can guarantee only that each of our ignition kits will fit a distributor with one of the distributor part numbers listed on its relevant web page. Otherwise, it likely won’t fit. Ready-Fire ignition kits require a 12-volt, negative ground (earth) electrical system.

If you order the wrong electronic ignition conversion kit for your distributor, you’ll need to return it to us, via US Postal Service mail within 30 days from date of purchase. If the ignition kit is in perfect, unused condition, we can accept it as a returned item, within 30 days of purchase, and provide a refund to your PayPal account, less a 20% restocking fee and any international shipping fees, etc., but only if the ignition kit is in pristine, unused condition. Buyer is responsible for shipping and other costs to return the product for credit or exchange.

For more details and to place an order, visit www.ready-fire.com.