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Old Mar 7, 2004 | 12:34 PM
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Has anyone ever replaced the stock distributor with an electronic one, if so is it difficult and /or expensive. my ole 56 needs help
 
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Pertronix now has a drop in for the early Lodomatic distributor.

However you would get better performance and economy by going to the 57 or later distributor which uses manifold vacuum and mechanical advance. Pertronix has that module also.

You can get the vacuum signal from the intake and plug the venturi port on the carb.
Or use a 57 and later intake and carb.

Advance Auto, NAPA and maybe others stock the latest style distributor with the O ring seal. About $55.
 
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