Re: Dual Point or Elect Ign?

[Bill M <y1topbanana73@xxxxxxxxx>]

I can personally put in a NO vote for Pertronix. My 1st one lasted 2
years and dies...left me sitting on the side of the raod 3 times
before I figured it out. 2nd one lasted 6 months and died in my
garage. Although SUPER easy to install and both bad units were
replaced my the company, I just can't trust them anymore. I went back
to points both times to get the car up and running, but am finally
converting to a full electronic ignition. Ended up with a kit from
Jegs for $145 + s/h. Included new dist, orange box, harness, etc.
Looks really easy to install as well.

Bill M
65 Coronet 500 'vert http://1962to1965mopar.ornocar.com/mmo62008.html
73 Dart Sport, 00 Cherokee Sport, 05 Ram 2500 CTD, 4WD, QC, LB, Laramie
21 Model T Depot Hack, 92 Accord, 06 Mazda 3

On Tue, Mar 27, 2012 at 10:39 AM, Ron Crossley <rcrossley@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> The first thing I always do when I get a new B block MOPAR is to
> install MOPAR electronic ignition. Simple job and I've never had a problem
> over the years. Just go to your friendly Dodge or Chrysler dealer parts
> department. I've never used Petronix so I can't comment. Actually I never
> had a problem with dual point distributors, but they're definitely more work
> to maintain.
>
> ________________________________
> Date: Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:14:07 -0700
> Subject: Dual Point or Elect Ign?
> From: ericsturgis@xxxxxxxxx
> To: 1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> OK now I've done it.  Somebody shoot me.  I've bought a motor from Dave64
> today...now I'm in trouble.  OK here's what it is (to the best of my
> knowledge)  It's a 361 from a 1962 Polara.  It's the 4bbl, dual point dist,
> HP Max Wedge 361....ya ya ya it's just a name, but what it means is it
> basically 383 bits in a 361 dress, kinky. Anyway, It's not correct for a
> Chrysler, it's correct for a Dodge or Plymouth.  That I don't really care.
> I think it will be fun to have a fast 361 in a Chrysler, it will make people
> wonder a bit.  Those that know.
>
> I've never had a car with dual points before.  I read last night how they
> work and why.  How to adjust them and set the dwell.  So I have a few
> questions as this is the motor I will be putting in my car in a month or so,
> assuming shipping isn't a nightmare like Dave64 had when he bought his
> motor.
>
> 1.  Should I keep the Dual Points and learn to love/hate it?
> or
> 2.  Should I get Electronic Ignition?
>
> If I get electronic Ignition, I've read the older post, and it leads me to
> more confusion.  I think it's more of a "Boxer or Briefs" choice.  But I
> want to leave skid marks....on the streets, what where you thinking?
> Anyway...If I get Electronics ignition, I want somebody to tell me what to
> get, what brand, etc. What parts do I need to get to convert it?  I need a
> little simplicity here.  I've got too many choices and my brain has gone
> into over load.  I've got goals to meet for the car being back on the road
> with paint and the paint shop may not meet the goals, even if I give them an
> extra year...but that's a different story....so...
>
> Dual points or Electronics ignition?
> I should say, this car is a driver, not a strip car.  It's not to say I
> won't beat on it or stomp it from time to time because I will.  But it will
> go around town and up and down I-5 more than anything else.  But I will
> still take the MiniVan to the grocery store....No door dings for my baby.
> --
> Eric
> Tacoma, WA
> 1962 Chrysler Newport 2 door HT

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