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Old February 26th, 2007, 02:57 PM   #1
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OK, I'm looking to convert to a Pertronix system, but my ignorance with engines is making my life difficult. According to NPD, I can get one for single point, dual point, or dual point with vacuum advance. How can I tell which one I have? I've got an original 351W, but I could swear that it looks like a single point with vacuum advance.

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single with vacuum is what i was thinking, but don't be afraid to give them a call I'm sure they can tell you what you need.
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Old February 26th, 2007, 05:30 PM   #3
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Pertronix Rock's
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Originally Posted by Fastback GT
Pertronix Rock's
What do you think of the MSD ready to run distributor/coil setup?
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Old February 27th, 2007, 10:18 PM   #5
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It should be single point, vacuum advance. I had the Pertronix set up in my other 69 351W, and liked it because it was easy. This car has the MSD AL6, and it's awesome.
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It looks like I have a stock distributor in my car now and a flame thrower coil. The car runs fine and starts right up. So, I'm hesitant to mess with the engine at all.

One day it will need a tune up because of the points, etc.

It's tough deciding whether to go w/ the ready to run MSD distributor/coil or just leave it be.

Do you have any thoughts?
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I like I said, I have the MSD in mine, and I love it.
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I checked out your link. Amazing photos!
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That's my other car. It doesn't look so good anymore. I should have the new car on there soon.
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