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[Datsun 1200 encyclopedia]

B-210 Electronic Distributor Swap

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In USA, starting with 1975 California B210 models, a fully-transistorized Electronic Ignition was fitted, adapted from the 240Z. It was expanded to all USA models in 1978. It is of the Hitachi D4F type.

Contents

Overview

Using the B-210 Electronic Distributor Swap in other A-series engines is a fairly simple swap:

  1. The usual minor modification needed to put a 1974-up distributor in a 1971-1973 A-type engine
  2. remove old distributor and insert new distributor
  3. bolt the control unit somewhere. Supposedly it should be inside the cabin.
    This step makes the B-210 swap a bit more difficult than the B310 Electronic Distributor Swap
  4. Wire the control unit to the coil and IGN+ (3 wires)


Identification

It uses the same distributor housing as with other A14 engines.

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The 1978 distributor. Looks very similar to the stock B110 distributor.

This distributor is factory stock on 1978 Datsun B-210 (North American version of the B210).


NOTE:
  • 1978 USA models used a High Energy Ingnition module with full 12V coil
  • 1978 Canadian models low engergy module, and a ballast resistor with the coil
  • 1977 models also used a resistor
  • 1976 California models were first to use this setup (resistor type)

The type with resistor looks the same. While the resistor setup is better than stock (it eliminates the points) ... if you have a choice you definitely want the high energy setup. I'm guessing you could use the 1976-1977 or Canada distributor and control unit along with a 12V coil and no resistor, but don't know for sure.

  • 1975 Californa models used a dual-resistor ballast. Both primary and secondary coil terminals were wired into it. The 1975 control unit has screw-type terminals, as opposed to push-on terminals for the 1978 controller.

Advantages

  • stealth. Looks very much like a factory 1200 point setup
  • Larger cap -- less chance to crossfire (important in humid climates)

3516.jpg
Late model cap (left) versus smaller Datsun 1200 cap (right)

  • High-energy spark -- uses full 12V coil (no ballast resistor)
  • No points to wear out, no dwell to adjust


Parts Needed

When buying/looking for a setup like this, get:

  • distributor + rotor & cap (or buy new cap & rotor, it's the same as all later models)
  • control unit. A new control unit is about $175-$200 USD, so be sure to get the used one
    22320.jpg
  • (optional) as much of the wiring harness as you want. At least the control wiring plug makes it easy. The rest is just wires
  • 12V coil. You can probably use any 12V coil with the right ohms

Mechanical

1. Modify distributor hold-down bracket to fit 1971-1973 A-type engines. The mounting bracket on newer distributors needs a slot cut with a hacksaw. See the Using Newer Distributor article.

2. Remove old distributor, Insert new distributor. And of course, set initial timing. See the Ignition Timing article.

Mounting the control Unit

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On a factory install, the 'black box' for the B210 distributor mounts inside the car on the right kick panel. So it may be important to keep the box away from moisture, excessive vibration or high underhood temperatures. The box is called the "Hitachi Transistor Ignition Unit" (aka TIU/T.I.U./electronic ignition module/control module).

The odd-looking junction box is not really necessary to use, but is handy to connect the "inside" wiring with the "outside" wiring.


Wiring

Ah, wiring is the beautiful part of this swap, especially if you get a cut of the wiring harness when you purchase your distributor. But if you don't, it's still easy to hook up the wires.

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wiring - connect it as shown here if you don't have the wiring harness

  • Remove the standard low-energy coil and ballast resistor, then bolt the 12V coil in its place
  • One side of the 1200's original ballast resistor has a 12V IGN feed, so connect the TIU black wire to this original wire (Black/white) and then both to the coil + side
TIU B (Black)Ground/Earth
TIU B/W (Black/White)coil + (IGN)
TIU L (Blue)coil -
TIU R (Red)dizzy R
TIU G (Green)dizzy G
distributor RTIU R
distributor GTIU G
  • NOTE: California models routed the power through an relay (ignition relay). I'm not sure how it is wired, but you can simply just not use the relay and wire it as shown here.

Part Numbers

Distributor:

  • D4FB-03 7904 22100-H3760(and others)

Coil

Coil: 12V non-resistor:

  • Nissan 22433-H7280
  • Bosch 00200
  • Beck/Arnley 1800039
  • AC Delco E525 or C502 (replaces F519 #12321584)
  • Standard Motor Products UF-4/UF-4T
Make---ModelYear
CHRYSLER---CHRYSLER VEHICLES84-82
CHRYSLER IMPORTS---CHRYSLER IMPORT VEHICLES82,79
SAPPORO82-80
DODGE---CHALLENGER82-80
COLT81-80
DODGE CARS84-81
DODGE LIGHT TRUCK---CARAVAN / GRAND CARAVAN84
PICKUP - FULLSIZE / RAMCHARGER81-80
PICKUP - MINI82
ISUZU---IMPULSE89-83
MAZDA---80877-75
NISSAN---200 SERIES81-78
21082-79
280 SERIES83-79
31081-79
51080-78
81081-78
B21078-77
F1078
MAXIMA84-82
PICKUP80-78
PULSAR84
PULSAR NX83
SENTRA87-84
PLYMOUTH---ARROW80
CHAMP81-80
PLYMOUTH VEHICLES83-81
RELIANT84
VOYAGER / GRAND VOYAGER84

Cap

The Hitachi D4F cap also fits Hitachi points ignition, 1974 up (including Canada), and Hitachi D4K EI.

Part Number and aftermarket caps interchange, but differ by color, type of terminals (brass vs aluminum), cap finish material, presence or abscence of anti-tracking bosses inside, resistor type, etc.

  • Nissan 22162-19M01 CAP ASSY $36.48 USD
    • superceded 22162-19M00, 22162-U6004, 22162-U6003, 22162-U6002, 22162-U6001

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  • Standard Motor Products JH-63/JH97 (aluminum terminals)
  • Standard Motor Products JH-63X (Blue?)
  • Standard Motor Products JH-63T/JH97T
  • Bosch 03107 (resistor type) (or cap & rotor set: Bosch 06054) F2010-13140
  • Niehoff WA435CS
  • Beck/Arnley 1743145/1746544
  • BWD C561/C561P
  • AC/Delco E386(12321929)/E374
  • Mighty 6343
  • Nissan 22162-AA020
  • 30102657005
  • JA918
  • AirTex/Wells 5D1172
  • Master Pro 2-4825

Fits Nissan:

  • 1977-1980 200SX
  • 1974-1979 620 PICKUP
  • 1979-1982 210
  • 1974-1977 710
  • 1979-1981 310
  • 1980 720 PICKUP
  • 1978-1980 510
  • 1974-1978 B210
  • 1974-1976 610
  • 1976-1978 F10

Also Fits:

  • Isuzu 1983 - 1986 IMPULSE
  • Honda 1976 ACCORD
  • Honda 1975 - 1976 CIVIC
  • Subaru 1986 - 1987 GL
  • Subaru 1986 - 1987 RX
  • Subaru 1986 - 1987 GL-10
  • Subaru 1986 - 1987 XT

Vacuum Advance

All 1974-1982 USA model B210 and B310 use the same vacuum advance modules. Advance varies slightly by year and model. Some are advance/retard units. See Datsun Factory Service Manual for details.

See Late-model Vacuum Advance for part numbers.

Breaker Plate

  • 22136-M5600 Breaker A12A Canada (points type)
  • 22136-H9501 PLATE ASSY-BREAKER (IC Type Hitachi) (formerly 22136-Q1700) $73.08

Rotor

Rotor is same as points ignition, 1974 up:

  • Standard Motor Products JR-79X/JR-79/JR-79T
  • Bosch 04095, F2020-13435
Make---ModelYear
HONDA---ACCORD76
CIVIC76-75
NISSAN---200 SERIES81-77
21082-79
260 SERIES74
280 SERIES78-75
31082-79
51080-78
61077-74
620 PICKUP77-74
71077-74
81078-77
B21078-74
F1078-76
PICKUP80-76
PULSAR85-84
PULSAR NX86
SENTRA86-82
SUBARU---SEDAN, COUPE, WAGON85
XT85

Daiichi F2020-18361

 Model Year Range Engine Chassis Transmission
 Honda Accord 1.6 1976 EF1 SJ_ 5MT,HMT
 Honda Civic 1.5 2 Door/3 Door 1975 - 1976 ED_ SG_
 Honda Civic 1.5 Wagon 1975 - 1976 ED_ WB_ 4MT,HMT
 Nissan B210 1.3 1973 - 1974 A13 B210
 Nissan B210 1.4 1974 - 1978 A14 B210
 Nissan F10 1.4 1976 - 1978 A14 F10
 Nissan Pulsar and Pul. NX 1.6 1983 - 1986 E16 N12 5MT,3AT
 Nissan 620 Pickup 1.8 1973 - 1974 L18 620 4MT,3AT
 Nissan 620 Pickup 2.0 1974 - 1979 L20B 620
 Nissan 720 Pickup 2.0 1979 - 1980 L20B 720
 Nissan Sentra 1.5 1982 - 1983 E15 B11
 Nissan Sentra 1.6 1983 - 1986 E16 B11
 Nissan 200SX 2.0 1976 - 1979 L20B S10
 Nissan 200SX 2.0 1979 - 1980 Z20E S110
 Nissan 210 1.2 1979 - 1982 A12 B310
 Nissan 210 1.4 1978 - 1982 A14 B310
 Nissan 210 1.5 1978 - 1982 A15 B310
 Nissan 260Z 2.6 1973 - 1974 L26 S30
 Nissan 280Z 2.8 1974 - 1978 L28E S30
 Nissan 310 1.4 1978 - 1980 A14 N10
 Nissan 310 1.5 OHV 1980 - 1981 A15 N10
 Nissan 310 1.5 SOHC 1981 - 1982 E15 N10
 Nissan 510 2.0 1977 - 1979 L20B A10
 Nissan 510 2.0 1979 - 1980 Z20S A10
 Nissan 610 2.0 1973 - 1976 L20B 610
 Nissan 710 1.8 1973 - 1974 L18 710
 Nissan 710 2.0 1974 - 1977 L20B 710
 Nissan 810 2.4 1976 - 1978 L24E 810
 Subaru 4WD Turbo excluding Brat 1983 - 1984 EA81T AM5,AW5 3AT
 Subaru Brat 1.8 Turbo Pickup 1983 - 1984 EA81T AT55B 3AT
 Subaru Leone/Loyale Turbo 4WD 1985 EA82T A10/A11

Pickup

  • LX-507
Make---ModelYear
NISSAN---280 SERIES78-75
81078-77
B21078-75
  • TUI: Hitachi E12-27 12V 7298
Standard Motor Products Module: LX-513
Make---ModelYear
NISSAN---200 SERIES78
280 SERIES78
51080,78
81078
B21078-77
F1078
PICKUP78

Contactor

LX-699

Make---ModelYear
NISSAN---200 SERIES78-77
21081-80
280 SERIES78-75
61076-75
620 PICKUP78-76
71077-75
81078-77
B21078-75
F1079-76

Older Modules

  • 1977 Federal Module: LX-512. Use with coil UF-4
  • NISSAN --- 280 SERIES: 77-75

75-77 Federal, Canada 280Z

  • 1975-77 California Module: LX-511. use with coil UF-5

280Z 75 California and Hi-Altitude models 280Z 76-77 California

Make---ModelYear
NISSAN---200 SERIES77
280 SERIES77-75
61077-76
71077-76
81077
B21077-75
F1077-76
PICKUP77-76
  • Coil older UF-5
Make---ModelYear
NISSAN---200 SERIES79-77
260 SERIES74
280 SERIES78-75
61077-76
71077-76
81077
B21077-75
F1077-76
PICKUP77-76