For Pertronix I, is it recommended that you run  run a resistor ?  I thought that was the case, where with the II it is recommended not to.


54 Victoria 312;  48 Ford Conv 302, 56 Bird 312
Forever Ford
Midland Park, NJ

You can run the Pertronix #1 without the resistor if you use a 1.5 Ohm resistance coil.  The Pertronix #2 uses a .6 Ohm resistance coil.  Pertronix makes a Flame Thrower coil for both.

Finally removed all the gremlins from my TBird engine.  I was thinking about calling a priest!  Ended up removing the intake manifold to block off the exhaust passages for the choke heat. While it was off I drilled out the valley pan grommet for the down draft tube so my PCV valve now has unrestricted flow to the crankcase. I swapped out both the Pertronix One and coil for Pertronix Two. Installed a new rotor and cap. Checked all my ignition wires and they were good. Installed new spark plugs gaped to .045".  Blocking off the manifold passages made a huge difference in the heat at the top of the engine. I have a manual choke. My engine now starts immediately and purrs like a kitten.  Thanks for the feedback.