Reliable ignition is a basic requirement for any engine. In it's original form the Vauxhall XE uses a single ignition coil, fired electronically but with the spark then directed through a 'distributor' mounted on the back of the exhaust camshaft.

This 'distributor' means that the original ignition system has many of the mechanical weaknesses associated with a real distributor and does not deliver sufficient spark energy for reliable ignition in a high compression, high speed race engine.

In the very last of the production units Vauxhall replaced the standard single coil/distributor with a wasted spark twin coil unit and we highly recommend doing exactly the same.

Twin Coil Ignition Pack
The twin coil pack that we supply is a well proven unit in common use on many production cars. It is also one of the ignition coils regularly recommended by aftermarket engine management specialists including our recommended suppliers, DTA.

Distributor Blanking Kit
With a twin coil fitted the original 'distributor' should be removed and blanked off. This can also make for a much more convenient fitment in an engine bay with limited space.