Re: [Amc-list] AMC V8 Dist

[Jesse <j2sax@xxxxxxxxx>]

Yes, you are right and I even have one of my trucks with a Pertronix right now!  I don't know how I left them out, but they are another cost effective option if you have a points vehicle... very easy to install and everything stays stock... except the voltage output and hassles of points!  

I have only used this once and it was because I had a 304 with points.  My apologies to the Pertronix folks for the oversight.  

To me, the best option depends on what you have available to start with:

If you current dist is points, go with Pertronix

If you have a Prestolite, replace it with an HEI

If you have a MCraft, go with a "TFI/HEI" setup

I bet some of you will shout me down saying how your Prestolite lasted 40 years with the stock rotor, or how points are simple and easily replaced incase of nuclear war, fine, all true.  Regardless for a modified engine, the stock spark is just not there quickly or powerfully enough.  

Yes, some will say that the HEI has the problem of spark jumping off the screws to the metal base... over 7000 rpm, maybe!  If you have an AMC V8 spinning that fast, buy the plastic screws from MSD. Otherwise you sould be OK!  

I have used all these mods with satisfying success.  
--- On Sat, 11/22/08, Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx <Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> From: Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx <Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: Re: [Amc-list] AMC V8 Dist
> To: j2sax@xxxxxxxxx, "AMC/Rambler owners, drivers and fans." <amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Date: Saturday, November 22, 2008, 1:13 PM
> Does pertronix make a kit to fit in a V-8 dist?
> Maybe a good option?
> Keeps everything but the coil under that cap.
> 
> I really don't fool with the V-8s, just wondering what
> is available.
> 
> --
> Mark Price
> Morgantown, WV
> 1969 AMC Rambler, 4.0L, EFI, T-5
> 2004 Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4.7L, Quadratrac II
> " I realize that death is inevitable.
> I just don't want to be around when it happens! "
> 
>  -------------- Original message ----------------------
> From: Jesse <j2sax@xxxxxxxxx>
> > I like the HEI for upgrade from earlier as you
> don't have to mess with the 
> > wiring for the Motorcraft Module... or coil for that
> matter, though that's not 
> > nearly as big a deal.  It is EXTREMELY simple and much
> more powerful for 
> > modified V8's.  Just spend the extra to go with a
> reputable Mnfctrr.  I like Z 
> > and M Jeeps (search for website) as Zack is a
> phenomenal engineer and starting 
> > using these on his own rigs years ago.. a lot of
> experience!  DUI is also good, 
> > though the priciest.  
> > 
> > There are no junkyard options for this, unless you
> have a machine shop in your 
> > garage and know the mods to be made.  I have been
> sworn to secrecy!  
> > 
> > If you ALREADY HAVE the Motorcraft setup, doing the
> "TFI" (innacurately named, 
> > but commonly accepted!) with an HEI module upgrade. 
> Very simple and very 
> > effective.   A lot easier carrying an HEI module
> rather than a Motorcraft!  
> > Cheaper and more reliable.  Details all over the web. 
> I have done this on 
> > several of teh later FSJ's I have had and it is a
> huge improvement over stock 
> > and blows Prestolite away! 
> > 
> > Have a great T-day! 
> > 
> > Jesse
> > 
> > 
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