Knowledge on electric distributors and what to buy for 1957 super 88

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Old July 30th, 2013, 08:57 AM
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Knowledge on electric distributors and what to buy for 1957 super 88

Just got word I should look into a electronic distributor? Just rebuild whole drivetrain system on 57 - or should I just put old distributor back on...

Any help of leads will help

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Old July 30th, 2013, 09:02 AM
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What's wrong with the old one? Points and condenser are cheap and still very reliable. There are no performance gains from going to an electronic ignition. If you just have to have an electronic then the Pertronix stuff is very good and an easy conversion. Just pick your flavor.

http://www.pertronix.com/prod/default.aspx
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Old July 30th, 2013, 09:07 AM
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That's the brand I was told ...... No gains, just modern I take it? Believe this maybe an upgrade I can do later on....thanks
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