Re: [Amc-list] AMC V8 Dist

[Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx]

That's what I thought.
Surprised I remembered it.

I only thought of it because that is my plan with the 327 dist when I get that far.

As I know that is the ONLY real option with the Gen one engine!

You can use an MSD box, but the points blocks still wear, even with the contact voltage gone.

--
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>
> 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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