Another benefit is that the Pertronix system eliminates the problem of shaft
wobble that causes point problems in worn dizzys. The first Pertr. unit I
bought failed (collar came apart) replaced by manufacturer at no cost. The
replacement unit is now 10 years old, no problems. With the Pertr the TR-6 runs
considerably smoother at idle and there is a distinct noticeable improvement in
engine performance across the power range.
Deano
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of pethier@comcast.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2006 9:53 PM
To: Chris Buckley; triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [TR] Petronix ignition
From: "Chris Buckley" <chris.buckley@tz.knightfrank.com>
> Any comments on the (all in old distributor) Petronix ignition system as on
> special at TRF?
Basically, all these things do is replace the points. But ain't that enough?
:-)
I put one on our TR4 (positive ground model). I had to do a tiny bit of filing
on one mounting hole to fit it. I checked the timing before and after. It
didn't change a bit.
I replaced the old coil with their coil. Pay attention to the coil that you
are supposed to use with each ignition model. I did not use a ballast resister.
The car runs better. Sometimes on the points I had had some missing.
It has been dead reliable, but I keep a set of points in the glove box.
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