Pertronix Ignotor
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Pertronix Ignotor
Anybody using a Pertronix Ignitor?
Noticed any real improvemnts?
Theres 3 models, 1, 2 and 3.
I am looking into getting one fitted, but I need to get the numbers of my existing distributor so that I know which kit to buy but i cant seem to find any identofying numbers on my existing distributor.
Does anyone know where exactly the numbers are on a '64?
Thanks
Chris
Noticed any real improvemnts?
Theres 3 models, 1, 2 and 3.
I am looking into getting one fitted, but I need to get the numbers of my existing distributor so that I know which kit to buy but i cant seem to find any identofying numbers on my existing distributor.
Does anyone know where exactly the numbers are on a '64?
Thanks
Chris
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From: Canboro Ontario
I use Pertronix on both my 64 and 73, I find they are doing a great job, alot better than the old points and condenser. They fit a wide range of distributors, I dont think it matters for any one specific year.
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If you go to the catalog, there is only one application for V8 Chevrolets. I prefer the Ignitor III as it mounts lower and doesn't need a "perfect" distributor weight mount- Mine had some wobble which changed the clearances which were supposed to be .010-.020 inches if memory serves me correctly. My Ignitor I had more than that at high "wobble". Plus you have more protection with the II and III.
Yes, I do carry a spare distributor and coil "just in case", just like my space saver spare tire.....
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If someone notices any 'improvement' in performance, this simply indicates that the pieces they removed were worn out or misadjusted. The pertronics unit or similar has no magic voodoo technology that can exceed 'stock' performance
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Yeah, what he said. My car is a RACE car, which sees consistent revs above 7000rpm. Points just don't make it. Only Borg Warner A112 points are even capable of 7000. So if your car is a cruiser or trailer queen, points are fine (altho you will have to maintain them), OR you can use your car as God and Zora intended, use modern electronics and never worry about them
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Just to be clear - because in rereading my first post it seems I wasn't - I was referring to both the ability of the Pertronix to rev higher than points if you engine is built to do so, AND the ability of the III to have a rev limiter if your engine is not built to do so.
That clearly exceeds the capabilities of the stock set up -- both ways!
That clearly exceeds the capabilities of the stock set up -- both ways!
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I put one in everything. Love it!. I have pertronix I currently in my 63 corvette, old vw bug, and my dads '72 kick start big twin harley. BIG improvement in starting with all. Sometimes they sit for a long time and start right up, no fiddling.
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Love the Pertronix Ignitor III in my 302. Rev limiter works like a champ. One thing not mentioned so far is that the III also has full rpm range multi-spark. So that's three clear improvements over the stock point ignition - max rpm limit, rpm limiter and msd.
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I run an Accel hi-performance coil with the Ignitor III and its a real nice combo.
As far as improvements -- anything that keeps me from having to dick around with the ignition shielding is an improvement...
As far as improvements -- anything that keeps me from having to dick around with the ignition shielding is an improvement...
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My car already starts and runs fine, no issues there at all. Its just that with regular use the car needs a tune up almost monthly.
I have been advised that the Pertronix would go some way to keeping the car in tune for longer.
I mean in London we only get about 6 weeks of summer at best, during that perod I do my best to use the car every 2 days and I hate having to send the car away for tune-ups when the sun is shining and I am left to use the BMW.
Hopefully the pertronix will mean the car can spend more time on the road.
I have been advised that the Pertronix would go some way to keeping the car in tune for longer.
I mean in London we only get about 6 weeks of summer at best, during that perod I do my best to use the car every 2 days and I hate having to send the car away for tune-ups when the sun is shining and I am left to use the BMW.
Hopefully the pertronix will mean the car can spend more time on the road.
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Ok, lets put it this way, with regular use, once every few weeks the car starts to run a little lumpy, idle is not so great, exhausts pop a little. If ignored it gets gradually worse. I send it off to one of the very few Classic American specialists in the UK and it comes back perfect again and I am charged for a "TUNE-UP".
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Ok, lets put it this way, with regular use, once every few weeks the car starts to run a little lumpy, idle is not so great, exhausts pop a little. If ignored it gets gradually worse. I send it off to one of the very few Classic American specialists in the UK and it comes back perfect again and I am charged for a "TUNE-UP".
My limited use 62 has the same accel points, cap, rotor, etc. that I installed about 20 years ago. Starts right up and purrs like a kitten!!
