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PerTronix Ignitor II Points Conversion, Delco 8-Cylinder

PerTronix Ignitor II Points Conversion, Delco 8-Cylinder

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Ditch the Points: Under-the-Cap Electronic Ignition for Delco-Distributor V8s·#2Upgrade pick

Adds a microprocessor that adjusts dwell, for on average 4x more spark energy between 3,000 and 5,000 rpm. Worth it if the engine is built to rev.

Fitment: Delco 8-cylinder, 12 V negative ground, per PerTronix. Works with any induction coil, so it is the safer choice if you are keeping an unknown coil.

About it

PerTronix 91181: Distributor Conversion, Ignitor II®, 12 V, Kit - Not ones to leave well enough alone, the engineers at PerTronix set out to improve upon their highly successful Ignitor® ignition conversion systems. The Ignitor II® conversion systems have all of the same quality features as the original Ignitor®, plus a powerful microprocessor controller to deliver, on average, 4x more available energy between 3,000 and 5,000 rpm than standard ignition systems. They're an ideal choice for collector car restoration because they fit entirely under the distributor cap. Order the model recommended for your year/make, distributor and engine application. Features include:. Compatible with 12 V negative ground systems and any induction coil. High-rpm performance is improved when used with the PerTronix Flame-Thrower II super low- resistance (0.6 ohms) 45,000 V coil. Adaptive dwell maintains peak energy throughout the entire rpm range, reducing misfires while improving engine performance. Develops, on average, 2x more available plug voltage. Peak current level is reached just prior to spark for maximum energy without heat build-up, increasing coil and module life. Never change points again. Adjusts spark timing at higher rpm to compensate for the inherent electronic delay. Senses startup and develops more energy for quicker, easier starting. Built-in reverse polarity and over-current protection shuts down the system, preventing component damage. Cannot be used with solid core spark plug wires; suppression-style or spiral-wound spark plug wires must be used PerTronix 91181 fits these applications: 1973-1974 CHEVROLET C20 SUBURBAN, 1973-1974 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO, 1972-1974 GMC SPRINT, 1970-1972 BUICK GS 455, 1970-1971 BUICK RIVIERA, 1971 CHEVROLET CAPRICE, 1966-1971 CHEVROLET IMPALA, 1969-1971 CHEVROLET KINGSWOOD, 1971 CHEVROLET TOWNSMAN, 1971 PONTIAC FIREBIRD, 1971 PONTIAC LEMANS, 1967-1969 BUICK WILDCAT, 1968 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS, 1967 CHEVROLET CAMARO, 1962-1967 PONTIAC TEMPEST, 1965 BUICK SKYLARK, 1959-1962 BUICK L...

Specifications

Brand
PerTronix
Model number
91181
UPC
694342007690
Condition
New

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