Re: IML: Are there Advantages of dual ponts over single???

["Dave" <Wilkerbeast01@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

The dual point distributors were an early low tech attempt at increasing dwell without arcing, saturating the coil longer for hotter spark.

David C. Wilker Jr. USAF (RET)
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Subject: IML: Are there Advantages of dual ponts over single???

 I tore apart a 1960 and a 1963 distributor and carefully examined them both for any differences. The only difference I found was the shorter shaft on the 63 but it was easier to find parts for. So I cannibalized and now have a 63 distributor that fits very well in my 60.

Now to my Question! Is there any advantages of a dual point system over the single point distributor? I have 2 dual point distributors in my hands And I am sure I can get them to work but if I won't gain any more performance or any other benefits, then I wont bother. I have heard all the arguments about originality and about electronic ignitions. thats another topic. I just want to know the advantages and disadvantages between dual and single point systems. Thanks in advance .

Marc

1960 4DRHT