Joe Curry wrote:
> I have one of each and here's my comparison: (Scale of 10, based on my
>experience)
>
> Issue Pertronix Crane
> --------------------------
> Total points 56 54
I was the biggest pertronix supporter, until mine
died. This seems to be a little too common.
I replaced my Pertronix with a Crane I had in a box
on the shelf, and have been happy since.
> However the Pertronix is not really an electronic ignition in the true
> meaning of the term. I found out from MSD ignitions that the Pertronix
> is simply a replacement for contact points, using a magnetic
> switch that is actuated when one of the permanent magnets comes
> in close proximity to the small box that fits into the distributor.
That's simply not true. It's a hall effect sensor
that is activated when that magnet goes by, but it's not just
a switch.
Considering MSD and Pertronix are competitors, it doesn't
surprise me that the misinformation would come from there.
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