To further improve the Light Speed Electronic ignition system, I replaced the mag hole timing sensors with the direct crank sensor - something I should have done in the first place since it is touted to be the most accurate.  My 320 had the half-moon crank seal covers in place and slightly modifying the holes in the sensor mount made for an easy installation on top of the covers.  LSE's spacers will keep the sensor pickups located within specs.  I had LSE install the flywheel magnets at TDC and 40 degrees BTDC because they probably have a jig for doing so - in addition, they marked my flywheel at significant points.  I have not test flown this set up yet because of other situations concerning my condition inspection and a cylinder (see different e-mail). 

 

The real purpose of this missive is to note the condition of an $85 mag gear  (not certified,claimed to be to specs) obtained from the E-Mag folks.  I was able to transfer the non impulse-coupled gear to one LSE mag sensor and I bought another for the other sensor.  While the gear that was used on the engine for almost 700 hrs showed no wear other than slightly shiny engagement area on the teeth, take a look at the one gotten from E-Mag and used for about 50 hours.

 

Some teeth are severely worn at the outer extremities, others are galled at the mid point.  I think I know where some of the shiny iron particles found in my filter originated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well, I'm glad I got rid of that impending problem.