My Pertronix works great. I agree with Doug totally, but I'd like to know if
anyone has ever had a PerTronix system fail them on the road?
Gabe Slape
New Mexico USA
----- Original Message -----
From <dougi at shaw.ca>
To: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 12:55 PM
Subject: Re: Electronic Distributor
> I have been using a Pertronix for some time and am happy with it.
> Everything fits inside the distributor, only a keen observer would
> notice the wiring differences from a points set-up. Absolutely no
> problems with positive ground.
>
> When it fails, and I suppose it will at some point, I will reach into
> the boot for the spare distributor, ready to go with points and
> condensor, and make the swap. If you use any kind of electronic
> ignition, I would suggest carrying at least a set of points and a
> condensor at all times. You won't be doing any side-of-the-road repairs
> to a failed electronic component.
>
> Doug Ingram
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Moomaw, Mike" <Mike.Moomaw@usi.net>
> Date: Friday, March 8, 2002 11:24 am
> Subject: Electronic Distributor
>
> > Hey guys,
> >
> > I have a new (to me) Bugeye I am trying to sort out. It has a
> > fairly stock
> > engine (except it uses HS2 vs HS1 SU carbs). Tuning is on the
> > agenda - the
> > car came from Texas and doesn't seem to like the Maryland weather.
> >
> >
> > As I go about checking and tuning everything, the thought occurred
> > to me
> > that I might as well replace the distributor with an electronic
> > one before I
> > get everything tuned the way I want. This thought and Moss lead
> > me to
> > consider replacing the ignition coil as well. I am thinking of a
> > MalloryElectronic Distributor and a Crane Ignition Coil.
> >
> > Cost doesn't seem overwhelming and I am not fanatical (yet) about
> > originality.
> >
> > Is there any prevailing wisdom out there regarding using a electronic
> > distributor and/or upgraded ignition? Brands? Combinations?
> > Issues with
> > positive ground?
> > Thanks in advance, Mike
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