RE: new electronic distributor problems

[laborboy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]

I changed to a new regulator that I had bought some time ago, but it's 
still stock. I'll see if that helps. But I will also look for the 
electronic regulator you mention--where would I find that?
Steve Charette wrote:
> 
> Zack,
> 	It is my understanding that MP electronic ignitions need at least
> 11VDC to operate properly... I also remember that an electronic voltage
> regulator was highly recommended with the MP systems (probably for this 
> very
> reason).  I think your hunch is spot on - you may need to pump up your
> charging system a bit. 
> 
> SC 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: laborboy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:laborboy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] 
> Sent: Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:58 PM
> To: 1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: new electronic distributor problems
> 
> 
> Installed the Mopar Performance electronic ignition conversion kit with 
> MP
> high-voltage coil in my 64 Dodge Polara 383 engine. Works fine, but when
> there is a power draw such as lights and/or AC running, the car stalls 
> when
> the car is idling in drive. This is not due to low idle, but it seems to 
> be
> an electrical problem. I know the new coil puts out a lot more 
> voltage--is
> there some adjustment I need to make? The voltage regular is the
> original--would a new one make a difference? Seems like it's not sending
> enough voltage through to feed the ignition system. 
> 
> Also, perhaps an unrelated problem. Shortly after install, I had 
> problems
> starting the vehicle--won't turn over, seems like a neutral safety 
> switch
> issue. Any connection, you think?
> 
> Zack in Chicago
> 
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