Thanks Peter,
Yes, the Lucas box contains a GM module ('80 Chevette) that's only $20.
This looks like an almost "proper" replacement alternative for those
wanting to move away from points. Can be had for cheaper than Pertronix
at your local club swap meet. Get the 41813A from a 77-79 MBG.
Lee
Peter Caldwell wrote:
> Lee,
> Without actually looking in books, etc. I recall that those had
> a GM common, reliable module, and were quite dependable.
> Peter C
> ==
>
> At 10:05 AM 3/19/2009, Lee Fox wrote:
>> This conversation of points vs. Pertronix vs. Crane vs. Mallory, etc.
>> has been very interesting and educational.
>>
>> What is the conventional wisdom on the genuine Lucas 45DM4 CEI
>> distributor used on the last of the MGs?
>>
>> This is the one with the remote black box under the coil found on
>> 1500s and MGBs. (Not be be confused with the all-in-one 45DE4 that
>> proved to be unreliable and was replaced by the 45DM4.)
>>
>> I have a couple of these and have had no problems at all.
>>
>> Lee
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