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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 09:52 PM
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currently have a Mallory dual point ignition system in my 74. Wondering if switching to a Pertronix system is a good idea. Any and all thoughts would be appreciated.
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 09:56 PM
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I ran Pertronix in my 70 for probably 8 years with no problem. There are many that will say not to do it and if you do keep your points with you just in case the Pertronix dies.
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Old Mar 15, 2010 | 10:26 PM
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I switched out a Mallory Duel point system in my 74 to Pertronix and I could not believe the difference. I have much quicker starts and much better throttle response, and also had to slow the idle down because it gave me a much faster idle. I have had it for four or five years and never a bit of trouble.

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Old Mar 16, 2010 | 02:26 AM
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I like my Pertronics alot. Simple and dependable.
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