Pertronix Ignition
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Pertronix Ignition
I am wanting to install a Pertronix unit in my distributer to get rid of the points. The model I need, according to Pertronix, is 1282P6 for my 6-volt positive ground system. The quotes I have received are quite high at $109 and $111. Does anybody know a supplier that has better prices? Thanks, Jag
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I am sure there is a special # for the 6 cylinder. I called the 800 number at Pertronix and they confirmed the right model. http://www.pertronix.com/ http://www.vintageperformance.com/ also was right on with the proper # John
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Thanks for the link, John. I called PerTronix as well and was told that I need a 1261P6 for a 6 cylinder 6 volt system. I don't see it in the vintageperformance.com website. I emailed them to see if they have it available.
Thanks, Ilya
Thanks, Ilya
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Jag, there is guy on ebay who sells them. I purchased mine for my Mallory dual ignition distributor. I got rid of the dual points that are worthless and put the Pertronix unit in. Very easy install. I paid $63.00 +$5 shipping. That was about 6 months ago.
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So far, $83 is the least I can find. Ed, do you happen to remember your source? I looked on Ebay and there are dozens of suppliers. I emailed a couple and they responded that they did not carry the model I wanted. 
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i have a single point distributer that works entirely by vacuum advance on my 8 cylinder flathead 53 12 volt
will I get improved performance by upgrading to this conversion and eliminating points altogether?
will I get improved performance by upgrading to this conversion and eliminating points altogether?
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I double checked summit for you, $93 they are nice and quick though.
I had one in my 69 stang, I was hopeing for more mileage and more performance. I didn't notice any diffrence, I would not buy them for performance gain, but you do get to stop worrying about dwell and points and what not so they are worth it for that.
I had one in my 69 stang, I was hopeing for more mileage and more performance. I didn't notice any diffrence, I would not buy them for performance gain, but you do get to stop worrying about dwell and points and what not so they are worth it for that.
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Here is the link to the guy I bought mine from on E-bay. I paid 62.95 with shipping. It seems to run about the same with it, but there is no need for point or condensor maintenance
http://stores.ebay.com/Auto-Krafters-Classic-Ford-Parts
The seller was definetely a straight shooter and I got it in the mail within a week of ordering.
good luck
doug
http://stores.ebay.com/Auto-Krafters-Classic-Ford-Parts
The seller was definetely a straight shooter and I got it in the mail within a week of ordering.
good luck
doug
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My truck started easier and idled better with the pertronix setup. However I did switch to 12 volts and put a flamethrower coil on at the same time. My points were new and the wires were in good shape.