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    1978 GS750 changing from points to electric ignition what do I need to know?

    Hi All,

    I was originally going to get a gs850 but it didnt work out. I now have my eyes set on a 1978 GS750e....

    I know it runs points, how much work and can somebody provide me some how to on changing the ignition to electric? I have seen some DYNA s kits. I am not that mechanical but I am persistent and like to work on things myself. Thanks for the help!

    #2
    Check this out, I am planning on doing the same withing with my 750 (when I get it).
    http://members.dslextreme.com/users/...c_ignition.pdf Thanks to Stig Poulsen for the write up.

    BassCliff has this hosted on his site along with a hell of a lot more useful guides.
    Last edited by Guest; 08-26-2013, 04:48 AM.

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      #3
      If you can follow instructions they are not hard to install at all. Just be careful the advance mechanism works freely after installing the rotor. The system works a lot better with the Dyna green coils and suppression wires. Keep in mind there is a low voltage threshold where an electronic ignition will not work so this is also a good opportunity to learn how to check your charging system's health before you start. The nice thing about the Dyna-S is that once it is properly set, you don't need to adjust it again.
      http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ine=1440711157'78 GS1000E, Dyna-S ignition, Dyna Green Coils, K&N pods, Delkevic SS 4-1 exhaust, Dynojet Stage 3 jet kit, Russell SS Brake Lines, Progressive suspension, Compu-Fire series Regulator 55402 and Advmonster cree LED headlight conversion.

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        #4
        The Dyna S comes with installation instructions that are easy to follow. It is not difficult to install. Just read the steps and take your time.
        Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

        I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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          #5
          why doesn't everybody upgrade these then $100 bucks , DIY seems like a no brainer? Am I missing something.

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            #6
            Because when an EMP hits, I'll still be riding around, with my primitive Points! haha!

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              #7
              Originally posted by estcstm3 View Post
              why doesn't everybody upgrade these then $100 bucks , DIY seems like a no brainer? Am I missing something.
              They cost $100. There ae a lot of people that won't replace 30 year old tires and chains either. LOL
              Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

              I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                #8
                Just make sure you buy the right one.
                -Mal

                "The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." - B. Banzai
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                78 GS750E

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                  #9
                  Wow , just found this forum. Wish I would have a bit sooner. I have a 1978 GS750 . I just changed the points on my bike and did a terrible job of it because I had no timing light or other device to check the timing . So , I fried the points and now want to change over to the Dyna system . Anybody know if this will work with the stock coils on my bike , or do I have to upgrade them ?

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                    #10
                    Welcome to the forum. It will work without the Dyna green coils, but the Dyna coils produce a much hotter spark. You can always install the ignition first and upgrade the coils later. Even with The Dyna-S it's a good idea to use a timing light to set the module plate Cylinder 1-4 and the module for cylinder 2-3 on the plate. Module 2-3 is set close enough at the factory to run out of the box, but will require some adjustment to get it perfect. You don't have to set it with a timing light but with one you can check for proper timing advance.
                    Last edited by OldVet66; 08-28-2013, 07:56 AM.
                    http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ine=1440711157'78 GS1000E, Dyna-S ignition, Dyna Green Coils, K&N pods, Delkevic SS 4-1 exhaust, Dynojet Stage 3 jet kit, Russell SS Brake Lines, Progressive suspension, Compu-Fire series Regulator 55402 and Advmonster cree LED headlight conversion.

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                      #11
                      So to do a full upgrade do you need the Dyna-S kit and the green coils? I'm looking to do a full update of my brother in laws GS550 to a more modern system that's more reliable and less maint.

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