Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/22/14 01:36 PM
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Yes, run the brown wire either to the coil positive primary or leave it there as it is now at the downstream end of the (bypassed) ballast. The pertronix coil and the P module, both need full 12V in crank (ign2) and in run (ign1). jump the ballast/good connections & you're ready to (rock) & roll. dont forget the caveats regarding the P system. dont leave key on/brass inserts dist cap/suppression plug wires/tight dist bushings/leave green tape in place/proper gap
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Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/22/14 03:24 PM
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reportedly alot of plugs are made overseas now (& I dont doubt it). Good reviews on NGK. I had autolite 65 (iirc) in my 65 dart w '83 318/eddy 1406 & color was good. I did richen the cruise step a bit from what was in it originally. if you find some plugs on sale that'd be what I'd go with. EDIT I wanted to ask: did you use the matching P coil I II III for the I II III P system you installed? I was wondering if you use a regular coil (with the P system) if you should keep the ballast expecially since the I and II p systems ain't multispark (tho you would want full 12V to the P module. Eric what do the instructions say regarding this. I believe multispark which the P iii is will let you run full 12V to a coil that is originally intended to have a ballast in ign1 run but maybe they are telling you to run full 12V to any coil you use. Any thoughts
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Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/22/14 06:33 PM
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I did on mine but some have stated that it causes a voltage drop to the coil and it is better to draw from further upstream such as the fuse box but I believe a draw is a draw no matter where it comes from & you do want good continuity everywhere on all terminals/connections to minimize the voltage drops. I would say yes go ahead & T into that blue wire switched 12V ign1 run circuit
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Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/22/14 10:42 PM
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I spliced into the ign1 wire. The choke didnt do anything though, the unit must be broke or seized up... rebuilding the carb soon anyways so will take care of it then.
New plugs, fresh gas, oil, filter, the pertronix, and a bit of starting fluid and it fired right up. hadnt been run for a few years. Set timing around 10 degrees with no pinging. Timing mark is bouncing around, the engine is probably due for a new timing chain.
None of my gauges working, except ammeter, and fuses are good. Gotta go through all my connections and grounds, and will replace the headlight light switch and ign switch just to be safe.. this car sat outside for a long time.
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Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/22/14 11:36 PM
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I put the P II in the daily driver I bought with the stock 318. I chose the p II because the P I has been reported to burn up if ignition is left in the on position with engine off.
Im interested in putting the P III in my aluminum headed 10.3:1 compression, 5.6 lift 440. I wanted multispark and rev limiter, thats why I was looking at the MSD distributer and MSD box (plus later on a new motor will be going into the car). But that is almost $1000 for the pair, while the P III is about $200.
I talked to the Pertronix tech and he said the III has both functions. Im no expert on multi spark ign systems, so I dont know how the Pertronix system capabilities compare to the MSD. I just know MSD by reputation of quality, and I know I'll be putting in a race motor at some point so I figured the MSD box would be plenty for the 440 and still be able to handle any needs I'll have with the next motor, be it a stroked B or an aftermarket block.
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Re: pertronix install on a LA 318
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12/23/14 12:45 AM
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P III for $200. MSD $1k (if I read that right, 1K sure sounds outrageious). P is hidden/no box. I know what I'd do. Holler how your choice works when the time comes
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