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Phil Martin

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I'm really wanting to go electronic ignition. Has anybody used pertronix on 1951  Dodge 230 flathead? If so what did you use? I'm thinking Pertronix 1362 but I saw 1 guy say it wouldn't work on Dodge. Pertronix website says for chrysler 6 cyl. Anybody have an opinion?

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yes, contact Pertronix directly, from all I have read and seemingly most all that have had issue is when they mix and match components on install and use the wrong ignition wires.  I assure you these guys know their product and are the BEST to answer any question you may have.  

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If you have the gyromatic trans I wouldn’t recommend Pertronix. The distributor is momentarily grounded to allow the upshift. This will burn up the module prematurely. I tried this on my 52 Coronet and it worked for about 5 minutes and died. I’ll stick with points. There is a way to make it work with a resistor but you’ll need to search this forum. Good luck.

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I've had the Pertronix kit in my 51 Meadowbrook (230) for almost 2 years now and close to 10,000 miles. Not one single problem. car even started up and ran perfectly when it was minus 33 degrees Fahrenheit.  I know I have the box somewhere in my garage but I am not home right now. best thing for you to do is to call them and make sure you get the right kit if that's the way you want to go.  

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I have the Pertronix ignition with the semi-automatic transmission.  Yes, the distributor is momentarily grounded on the upshift, but Pertronix recommended a resistor for that circuit.  I've had the Pertronix ignintion for four years now, no problem.  Again, contact Pertronix for recommendatins, and tell them if it's for a semi-automatic transmission. 

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8 minutes ago, Phil Martin said:

They told me about resistor. All I have to do now is figure out where to get it.

 

It would have been my thought that if PERTRONIX suggested a resistor, then they would have said component for the install to completely round out their ignition package.   To suggest the use of a resistor and not in any manner define placement in circuit, value in terms of impedance and wattage, then they are leaving themselves wide open for a multitude of failure to warrant.

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I have heard both good and bad about pertonix.

I plan to stay 6 volt, as original as possible. If I feel the need to update my dizzy, and is very likely I will.

I would go 12 volt and then do the 225 slant 6 distributor conversion.

To me using OEM parts you can buy off the shelf just makes sense.

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32 minutes ago, Phil Martin said:

Pertronix told me what resistor to use and sent me a diagram where to wire it in. I just need to find one if I want to go this route.

 

perhaps you could post that information in the technical section for others to benefit from.....grounding inputs to electronics is rarely damaging with todays components...

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I suggest you do a web search using the term -resistor and the value recommended- will most likely give you pages of places to purchase online with prices all over the board.

 

Most are so cheap you will surprised.

 

I bought some fairly large ones for $3 each shipped. You probably need something small and cheap!

 

I recommend  using Pertronix stuff. Just follow all their directions even the proper coil for what you buy and the # of cylinders of the motor( changes their recommended coil) .  If questions, call as needed. No problems myself with 4 of their point changeovers!

 

DJ

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