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By Joe D - 5 Years Ago
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I have a 1960 F-100 Pick up with a 292 Y-Block, dual advance distributor with Pertronix (original pertronix, 4 years old) electronic points. Would It be worth the upgrade to the Pertronix II like some have suggested on this site or should the upgrade be a whole new distributor with the electronics already installed? The truck is running good with no issues.
Thanks Y-Blockers
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By Florida_Phil - 5 Years Ago
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A problem with the Pertronix I was it would tend to burn out if the ignition key was left on. My understanding is the Pertronix II doesn't have this problem. I am running a Pertronix I and a Pertronix 1.5 ohm Flame Thrower coil in my TBird with a 1957 Ford distributor. I see no reason for me to upgrade. My advice is if it's working leave it alone. I don't think you will gain much by upgrading to a Pertronix II.
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By charliemccraney - 5 Years Ago
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I had an ignitor II that burned up after I left the key on. When I originally converted from points, I noticed no difference at all in how the engine started, ran and mileage. When I reinstalled the points after burning up the ignitor II, it actually felt more responsive. This was on a good distributor, not a questionable one possibly in need of a rebuild. Based on that, I don't think you would notice anything between the I and II.
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By Joe D - 5 Years Ago
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Thanks guys! I'll just keep driving her for now.
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