Mag Switch Wiring

[Beefmaster]

Hi guys,

I have replaced toggle switches on my trike now, and this morning when we were supposed to test fly, it wouldnt start. I figured that the toggle switch is basically closing the circuit in the on position, thus earthing the coil and not providing a spark. (Scary thought this coz I swung the prop to loosen it up before trying to start it, with switch in OFF position, actually breaking the earth and providing a spark!! ) Anyway, the way I've wired it is shown in the attached diagram, which I suspect is right, just need to turn the switch around so ON is by OFF position and vice versa.

Is this correct? I was told that I need a 6 terminal switch for the mags, but this makes no sense as only two are used anyway?

Thanks!!

[Wargames]

You are correct.

If I wanted to confuse you, I would say that OFF is ON and ON is OFF.

The six terminal switch is nice because you can use the 3 ports on one side for the mags and the other 3 for a warning light when off, or as many do, use it to run to your hobs meter.

Regards,

Dirk

[Beefmaster]

Ah thanks wargames, will cruise out to the field tomorrow and turn switches upside down

Oh I see what you're saying, would be useful if the hobbs wouldnt run while ign is on, however I have an MGL system which allows you to set the time on the hobbs Dunno if thats dodgy!? Anyway, I wouldnt cook it simply coz I have a conscience, but one wonders if its been adjusted before!!