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#488240 - 02/18/08 03:48 PM
Electronic Ignition conversion
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connl
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Registered: 08/01/07
Posts: 54
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Just bought my second Olds this weekend. Purchased a 71 Olds Cutlass S. Nice car. My question is, should I convert the standard ignition system to electronic? If so, what system should I use? Thanks. Larry
65 Olds Dynamic 88 convertable
71 Olds Cutlass S
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#488252 - 02/18/08 04:39 PM
Re: Electronic Ignition conversion
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joe_padavano
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Registered: 08/21/06
Posts: 308
Loc: Northern VA
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The answer is, it depends. A point-style ignition system will work fine so long as you keep the points in good shape. The big advantage to electronic is that there are no points to wear out, so the timing and dwell never change. If you want electronic and want to keep the engine looking stock, get a Pertronix or similar conversion that fits inside the stock small body distributor. If you don't care about looks, get an Olds HEI from a 73-80 V8. The beauty of HEI is that parts are readily available and used distributors can be had for $5. Steer clear of the 81-90 HEI from a 307, however. These units do not have vacuum or mechanical advance and require the computer to properly operate. The earlier units are stand-alone and will work fine.
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#488295 - 02/18/08 07:41 PM
Re: Electronic Ignition conversion
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Bhigdog
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Registered: 10/23/01
Posts: 1466
Loc: Eastern PA
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I have Pertronix units in all my collector cars. They look totally stock. I haven't had any trouble at all with the units and I would NEVER go back to points.......Bob
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