Some ignition questions about the 302 in my '74
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06-21-2009, 02:08 AM
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I'll second that. When I switched from my POS Mallory unilite distributor to Duraspark I bought the distributor from the junkyard, but I got the module from Checker Auto.
It worked great for a couple years and then the dreaded random "shutting off" started happening. Went to the junkyard and just grabbed a second module, not knowing it matched the Checker one to a "T"
They both have "MADE IN USA" on them too BTW. That one lasted maybe 2 months before it started doing the same thing.
Bit the bullet and got a Motorcraft module and Motorcraft stator.
Honest to God the engine starts easier and runs smoother.
Motorcraft all the way!
Josh
It worked great for a couple years and then the dreaded random "shutting off" started happening. Went to the junkyard and just grabbed a second module, not knowing it matched the Checker one to a "T"
They both have "MADE IN USA" on them too BTW. That one lasted maybe 2 months before it started doing the same thing.
Bit the bullet and got a Motorcraft module and Motorcraft stator.
Honest to God the engine starts easier and runs smoother.
Motorcraft all the way!
Josh
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06-21-2009, 10:20 AM
I have no experience with the Accel kit, but the Pertronix cost even less, and I do know it's easy to install and works great.
PERTRONIX IGNITOR I ELECTRONIC IGNITION 1281 FORD ...:eBay Motors (item 360164241998 end time Jun-27-09 07:51:28 PDT)
PERTRONIX IGNITOR I ELECTRONIC IGNITION 1281 FORD ...:eBay Motors (item 360164241998 end time Jun-27-09 07:51:28 PDT)
#19
06-21-2009, 11:11 AM
The Pertronix unit seems to be the way to go. Extremely easy to hook up with no additional parts needed.
The Duraspark set-up had the advantage of should if anything does break down, a replacement part, even if temporary, can be had at any parts store or Ford dealer.
Something that cannot be said for Pertronix. Although I am sure the points could be kept in the glovebox to swap back.
Josh
The Duraspark set-up had the advantage of should if anything does break down, a replacement part, even if temporary, can be had at any parts store or Ford dealer.
Something that cannot be said for Pertronix. Although I am sure the points could be kept in the glovebox to swap back.
Josh
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06-21-2009, 03:47 PM
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Hmm..., I didn't realize the Pertronix unit was so cheap. I've seen some of their stuff before and it's been really expensive, I guess I've just seen prices on high end ignition boxes and such. I'd be compelled to go with them over Accel just because of all the bad things I've heard about Accel over the years. Thanks for the info!
Bullitt390,
My truck came with a new set of points in the glove box already
It wouldn't take too much to keep all the other little parts too, although I might invest in a container of some kind.
Bullitt390,
My truck came with a new set of points in the glove box already
It wouldn't take too much to keep all the other little parts too, although I might invest in a container of some kind.
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06-21-2009, 07:23 PM
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06-21-2009, 07:38 PM
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