Distributor swap

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  1. robagent316

    robagent316 New Member

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    I am about to switch out my 1973 distributor with points to a 1976 electronic version. I wanted to see if anyone thought there would be any trouble doing this. thanks
     
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    dmhines Dixie Maverick Boy

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    Lot's of us have done it already ... including myself ... very worthwhile swap ... just get has much as the wiring harness from the junk yard as possible ...

    Also ... a 1977 is better ... Duraspark II
     
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    thanks. maybe i'll check that one out instead
     
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    How are the pertronix or similar point replacements in the stock distributor?

    Actually, I have been looking at a billet distributor with coil, vacuum advance adjustment, and electronic non-points all in one. Needs only one hot wire, and go.
     
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    Scooper I put that one in my 73 Grabber. I used Petronix Plug N Play "FLAMETHROWER". Works great! (y)
     
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    "GREAT" is a good thing (y)

    In fact, I found one with a built-in rev-limiter...I might go for it :D
     
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