Ok, I've given myself enough room to finish this off. I you have any question so far or requests (bigger/better pics etc) post away.
Here is my how to on modifing a Magna TP,TR,TS? distributor to fit a type 1 engine.
I'll start with some links which explain the wiring on these distributors, some of the information my not be relevent to VW applications.
http://www.b2600turbo.com/turck_magnadizzy.htm
http://starion.mrbdesign.com.au/magna.html
This is what we have to start with and the end result, the drive dog has not been installed yet.
Removal Tips
If you are removing one of these yourself be aware that engine sludge builds up on the exposed part of the distributor in the rocker cover. This can make them difficult to remove, I came across one at the wreckers already broken because it had been forced too hard.
Disassembly
- Remove the distributor cap and rotor
- Twist the distributor cap spring clips off the body of the distributor. You should be able to do this by hand.
- Drive out the roll pin and remove the drive gear
- There are two screws which hold the Hall sensor plate in the distributor. Rotate the vane plate so you have clear access to the screws and so you don't bend the vanes. Remove the screws.Second photo shows the layout with the shaft already removed. DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE THE VANE PLATE
- Now you need to press the shaft out of the body of the distributor. Set it up so the vane plate doesn't get damaged as you push it out, move the terminal socket for the hall sensor plate down as you push out the shaft. There is a circlip on the shaft which requires you to remove the plate and shaft at the same time. The shaft should free up after about 15 mm. If you can't press the shaft out, tap it out lightly with a soft hammer
- Once you have the shaft out remove the bearing, only remove the seal if you intend on replacing it. Take care with the bearing as it is not a standard size (or the size marked on it).
- This is what you end up with,
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