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Old Apr 6, 2001 | 05:46 AM
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Old Apr 6, 2001 | 04:35 PM
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electronic or points?

Would an aftermarket points type distributer be any better than the old dura-spark electronic ingnition performance wise?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2001 | 10:06 PM
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electronic or points?

If you're going to do aftermarket then go with an aftermarket electronic. Don't go to a points type it's a giant leap backwards.
 
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Old Apr 7, 2001 | 01:31 AM
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electronic or points?

The point type distributors are usually cheaper than the electronic ones. That's why I hoped that there might be something to gain from switching from the Dura-Spark to a performance points ignition. I know points are old technology, but if they can offer any performance gains over the old Dura-Spark I can deal with the required maintenance and adjustments.

Also, I have heard that there are other ford distributors that are interchangeable with the 335 series engines(I know about the 385 series distributors). I can't remember if it was the 302/351w or what. But I guess all that is needed for it to bolt in was to change out the distributor gear. Is there any truth to this????


 
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electronic or points?

You can purchase a Pertronix igniter. It installs under the stock distributor cap and you set it once. They run about 60 to 80 bucks. I have 2 installed on a 70 Torino and 69 Stang. Never had a problem out of them. That way you could have electronic ignition on a cheaper level for now until you decide on something later.

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Old Apr 16, 2001 | 08:41 PM
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electronic or points?

I had a mallory dual points setup in my 69 390.
I just installed the pertronix ignitor and gained 30 horse!
It was cheap, and easy. Get one.
 
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