Ken, I have successfully been using a late model
Chrysler electronic ignition module on both a
65 and 66 New Yorker. I plan to perform this
addition to my 68 Imperial soon.
There are several advantages to using Chryslers
electronic Ignition Module. First of all the
parts are available nation wide at thousands of
auto parts suppliers and even department stores.
All mechanics are familiar with the parts unlike
a third party aftermarket unit. There are no points
to oxidize when sitting for extended periods.
No points adjustments or timing adjustments are
ever needed again since there is nothing that
ever changes over time in the distributor.
No points rubbing block wear or lubricant will
ever be required again. The stock distributor
with the original advance weights can be used
on your vehicle as well as the stock coil.
And finally, the spark plug electrodes do not
erode as fast as with a conventional point system.
(Electrodes erode because the coil produces a
decaying spark amplitude voltage instead of an
instantaneous spark pulse triggered by a transistor
inside the electronic ignition module).
The same electronic module was used in all Chrysler
corporation cars both 6 and 8 cylinder from 72 to
79 excluding lean burn. It can be mounted in the
engine compartment along with a new dual element
ballast resistor. The only other thing you will need
is the breaker plate inside distributor from a late
model mopar which holds the magnetic pickup coil.
On the distributor shaft you will have to replace
the 8 lobed cam with an 8 pointed magnetic reluctor
for he pickup coil. These parts can all be obtained
at a local junk yard very cheaply.
If anybody is interested on how to electrically interconnect
this system, I can provide that information.
Sorry for the delayed mailing, this is my third attempt since
I'm having problems with my home email client.
John
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Subject: IML: Electronic Ignition
Hi All,
I would appreciate your thoughts, experiences and opinions on installing
electronic ignition in my '68. Which would be best for the Imperial
application, i.e., 440, stock cam, dual exhaust, 2.93 axle ratio. I want to
be sure I am using a distributor with the proper advance curve, both
mechanical and vaccum.
Thanks in advance for any replies.
Ken Josephson
Las Vegas, Nevada
'68 Crown Four Door Hardtop
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