Re: Replacement Distributor Options

[Dan McCormack <mcwheels@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dennis, I've used the Mopar Performance conversion kit and was very happy 
with it. But I've also used the electronic ignition set up from a newer 
Mopar donor car with the same results and a lot less money. As far as a rev 
limiter I have a Mallory tach with a built in rev limiter. Mallory had a 
whole line of these tachs that were quite inexpensive compared to some other 
rev limiters but unfortunately they were bought out (Mr. Gasket I think) and 
they've discontinued the tachs. You can buy an electronic voltage regulator 
that looks and hooks up just like your original points job. I used to get 
them from JC Whitney but I can't find them in their catalog anymore. I 
believe Auto Zone sells them now, they're about $10. I have the part number 
around here somewhere if you need it.

Dan


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dennis C." <dennis.2914@xxxxxxxxx>
To: <1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2008 11:07 AM
Subject: Replacement Distributor Options


> Still working on my plan of gettig something done this year.
>
> I need to replace the old distributor in my 63 Sport Fury.  It has a 383
> engine and 4 speed transmission.  This car is only a street car, it is
> not raced however I am done with the old point distributor.
>
> I want to do this once and do it right.  I do not need to have a stock
> looking distributor.  I would rather spend a little more and have a
> really good system.  I want to go full electronic with a rev limiter.  I
> know  I will need to change my voltage regulator to an electronic unit
> also.  There are so many choices it makes my head hurt.  Here are some
> of the choices, I would be interested in comments from anyone who has or
> are planning on makeing this change:
>
> Mancini Racing conversion with the chrome box
>
> Mopar Performance conversion kit
>
> Summit Billet distributors
>
> MSD Billet distributors
>
> Pertronix ignition systems
>
> Then there are the ignition boxes such as the MSD 6AL and an assortment
> of coils.
>
> What a mess, any suggestions would be appreciated.
>
> (hope this goes through Topica)
>
> Dennis C.


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