One more option for electronic conversions that I have not heard on this list
is the Crane XR700 and XR3000. These are based on the old Allison units that
have been in production for decades now. They are not 'custom' fit, but they
ARE easily adaptable to just about anything, because they use optical sensors
that are much less sensitive to mounting conditions than the magnetic sensors
the Pertronix uses. They also make them for 6v systems, but I don't know
about positive ground, though.
Do a search for 'Crane Cams', and then go to their electronics catolog. They
have plenty of info online.
The cheapest I have found them for is about $85 from carparts.com. I got
mine for free from the junkyard (Hint: try looking around at the Triumphs,
MGs, etc. These people will do anything to rid their cars of their Lucas
Electronics!)
I bought the Universal Adaptor kit from Carparts.com for $15. I'll let you
all know how it goes with my '57 Dodge when I get it all together.
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