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drive train => ignition system => Topic started by: steve1973 on February 16, 2015, 08:13:46 PM

Title: Adding Vacuum Advance to the Distributor
Post by: steve1973 on February 16, 2015, 08:13:46 PM

This is an idea I had and think it will work. By using a vacuum advance from a 50's Chevy 6 cylinder engine and a little machining on the distributor housing this should work. I am interested in a rebuildable distributor to test this on. If anyone has a spare for sale I'm interested. The distributor shown is a later non-shielded distributor. What do you think?

(http://www.surfacezero.com/g503/data/500/medium/DSCN2268.JPG)

(http://www.surfacezero.com/g503/data/500/medium/DSCN22672.JPG)

Steve A.

Title: Re: Adding Vacuum Advance to the Distributor
Post by: Darth_Kitten on February 16, 2015, 11:47:09 PM

What's the possibility of adapting an electronic ignition? I know the was at least one available for the power wagons.
Mark

Title: Re: Adding Vacuum Advance to the Distributor
Post by: steve1973 on February 17, 2015, 01:34:25 AM

I already did that. I'm using a  Pertronix 1168LS kit with a 40511 3.0 ohm coil. The coil is an oil filled coil. This last summer I found that both Don's and my coil leaked. I will be replacing mine with an epoxy filled coil when my engine is done. I will have to fine the partnumber for that. The install takes about 30 minutes and you never have to worry about points again. ;D I've been using that setup for the last two year with no problems.

Steve A.

Title: Re: Adding Vacuum Advance to the Distributor
Post by: Darth_Kitten on February 17, 2015, 08:28:40 AM

Great to know Steve!