Bogging and distributor update

[Doug&Deb]

Got things fixed finally. Bogging was caused by a bad vacuum advance in the first dizzy. Lack of spark in second dizzy was a bad condenser (thanks for the tip Mr Adams). It’s a shame that brand new tune up parts are so hit or miss. I found one in my parts stash that says made in the USA so hopefully it lasts awhile. Thanks everyone for your help.

[keithb7]

Congrats. That's how many of get it done. Trial and error. Best end result is when we study theory a little bit before, during or after the fix. Let it sink in. Then we retain it and become better troubleshooters!

[47 dodge 1.5 ton]

Thanks for the follow up. Best of luck moving forward. 

[streetdemon]

I just updated my dizzy to the pertronix ignition and it was well worth the investment. The car is easier to start and it is much more responsive.

 

I know they aren’t for everyone but they are a good alternative to help keep them on the road. 

[Sniper]

I never have issues staring up with the stock points system.  Just need to stay on top of them.

[Booger]

I hear good and bad about pertronix here. Someday I just might. What do you recommend (item number etc) How does a stoopid little thing like a condensor leave you dead in the water. Cuz it can. (after all these years first thing I change is condensor)

Edited December 28, 2021 by Booger
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[Doug&Deb]

If you go the Pertronix route and you have the semi auto trans make sure you search the threads on here. If you don’t add a resistor you’ll burn up the module. Mine worked three times. I’ll stick with points for now.