Neil,
The Pertronix should not affect the VA in most cases. Which Mallory dist. do
you have (what is their model number) as there are several different
Pertronix kits for the Mallory for 8 Cylinder.
Jeff
In a message dated 3/6/01 5:53:50 AM Eastern Standard Time,
neilc@apphosting.com writes:
<< Subj: Pertronix vs Mallory Magnetic
Date: 3/6/01 5:53:50 AM Eastern Standard Time
From: neilc@apphosting.com (Neil Cotty)
Sender: owner-mgs@autox.team.net
Reply-to: neilc@apphosting.com (Neil Cotty)
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CC: mgb-v8@autox.team.net
Hi list,
Have been investigating switching my ignition system over to a breakerless
setup for my 74 V8. I'm intending on using a Mallory ignition control. To do
this it appears I will need to replace my Dual point distributor with either
a Mallory Magnetic distributor ($320) or a Pertronix device which will
require me to lock out the mechanical advance. It costs $110. A big
difference! Anybody with practical experience tell me whether or not there
is any difference worth the extra $. Oh, I also don't want to lose the
vacumn advance in the distributor - anyone know if the Pertronix affects
this?
Many thanks,
Neil >>
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