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Viroid · 08-24-2015, 02:01 PM

When electronic ignition is installed, will the timing be set properly or does it have to be set manually? New to this game!

wga · 08-24-2015, 02:10 PM

Must be set manually

BUBBAS IGNITION · 08-24-2015, 06:13 PM

A good rule of thumb is to set or check timing anytime anything is done to the ignition system..

Matt in Alameda · 08-25-2015, 01:33 PM

If you put a Pertronix electric ignition kit in a crab distributor ( on a 59AB) what do you do to time it? In other words what are the steps involved? Thank-you,.....Matt in Alameda

36fordguy · 08-25-2015, 02:54 PM

Send it to Bubba or find TDC , mark it and use a timing light 36fordguy

BUBBAS IGNITION · 08-25-2015, 03:53 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt in Alameda

If you put a Pertronix electric ignition kit in a crab distributor ( on a 59AB) what do you do to time it? In other words what are the steps involved? Thank-you,.....Matt in Alameda

Matt,

Take the crab apart and clean up really well. The c clips ( snap rings ) need to both be removed and shaft and weight cams cleaned and polished with wire brush. Spray lube all parts and reassemble.
Lube both bushings etc. Install new leather brake stop on piston and lube...
Install the pertronixs plate , center the timing adjustment and install snap ring etc.
Typically thats all you need to do , the clean up rust removal does the most good......
Its now timed very seldom would it ever need adjustment of timing....

Its mainly clean and lube !!!!

Kahuna · 08-25-2015, 04:09 PM

If you install a Pertronix kit in a crab dist, the timing will be set already.
Bolt it up and go

Viroid · 08-29-2015, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kahuna

If you install a Pertronix kit in a crab dist, the timing will be set already.
Bolt it up and go

Is that the same with a 52 cap distributor? Can I bolt it up and go!
Thanks

BUBBAS IGNITION · 08-29-2015, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viroid

Is that the same with a 52 cap distributor? Can I bolt it up and go!
Thanks

see post # 3 , goes for ALL changes !

WestCoast · 08-30-2015, 12:47 AM

why do you guys want to put those junk electronic ignition on your cars? most are just trouble, leave the stock set up your car, you will be a lot happier, hell your not running a dragster or running a one mile speed contest on the bonneyvile flats, henrys set up ran fine from the beginning, there is no need to try to reinvent the wheel

flatheadmurre · 08-30-2015, 01:39 AM

One good reason for adding a electronic ignition is increased spark energy that gives you The ability to burn a leaner mix.
So gives you a better mileage...

koates · 08-30-2015, 01:47 AM

WestCoast, I totally agree on this. There seems to be a mindset with guys who buy a new old ford and just have to make it better by fitting an electronic ignition of some type. The original Ford Mallory designed system from 1932 onwards is an excellent unit and easily repaired (on the side of the road) by anyone with half a brain. Electronic ignition can fail anywhere anytime and then its a towtruck job if you don't have a complete spare unit. "DONT FIX WHAT AINT BROKE" as they say. Regards, kevin.

tubman · 08-30-2015, 03:21 AM

I have to agree with the above. When I got my '51 in 1987, I did a typical ignition tune-up (plugs, points, condensor, cap, and rotor). It hasn't missed a beat in the ensuing 28 years and 17,000 miles. I can say the same for a couple of other O/T collector cars I own. I've read enough "horror stories" about electronic ignitions abruptly dieing, to keep me from even considering one. Most of the time, a regular points ignition will gradually start to run worse and worse, giving you notice of impending failure.

08-24-2015, 02:01 PM	#1
Viroid Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 6	Electronic ignition When electronic ignition is installed, will the timing be set properly or does it have to be set manually? New to this game!

08-24-2015, 02:10 PM	#2
wga Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Yorba Linda, CA Posts: 900	Re: Electronic ignition Must be set manually __________________ Henry Ford designed the flathead without the aid of a computer.

08-24-2015, 06:13 PM	#3
BUBBAS IGNITION Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SPEEDWAY INDIANA Posts: 4,148	Re: Electronic ignition A good rule of thumb is to set or check timing anytime anything is done to the ignition system.. __________________ If it Makes Spark, we do it !!!! www.bubbasignition.com [email protected]

08-25-2015, 01:33 PM	#4
Matt in Alameda Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alameda, California Posts: 335	Re: Electronic ignition If you put a Pertronix electric ignition kit in a crab distributor ( on a 59AB) what do you do to time it? In other words what are the steps involved? Thank-you,.....Matt in Alameda

08-25-2015, 02:54 PM	#5
36fordguy Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 73	Re: Electronic ignition Send it to Bubba or find TDC , mark it and use a timing light 36fordguy

08-25-2015, 04:09 PM	#7
Kahuna Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NorCal Posts: 2,617	Re: Electronic ignition If you install a Pertronix kit in a crab dist, the timing will be set already. Bolt it up and go

08-30-2015, 12:47 AM	#10
WestCoast Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: oroville calif Posts: 893	Re: Electronic ignition why do you guys want to put those junk electronic ignition on your cars? most are just trouble, leave the stock set up your car, you will be a lot happier, hell your not running a dragster or running a one mile speed contest on the bonneyvile flats, henrys set up ran fine from the beginning, there is no need to try to reinvent the wheel

08-30-2015, 01:39 AM	#11
flatheadmurre Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Sweden Posts: 3,045	Re: Electronic ignition One good reason for adding a electronic ignition is increased spark energy that gives you The ability to burn a leaner mix. So gives you a better mileage...

08-30-2015, 01:47 AM	#12
koates Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Melbourne Australia. Posts: 2,079	Re: Electronic ignition WestCoast, I totally agree on this. There seems to be a mindset with guys who buy a new old ford and just have to make it better by fitting an electronic ignition of some type. The original Ford Mallory designed system from 1932 onwards is an excellent unit and easily repaired (on the side of the road) by anyone with half a brain. Electronic ignition can fail anywhere anytime and then its a towtruck job if you don't have a complete spare unit. "DONT FIX WHAT AINT BROKE" as they say. Regards, kevin.

08-30-2015, 03:21 AM	#13
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,319	Re: Electronic ignition I have to agree with the above. When I got my '51 in 1987, I did a typical ignition tune-up (plugs, points, condensor, cap, and rotor). It hasn't missed a beat in the ensuing 28 years and 17,000 miles. I can say the same for a couple of other O/T collector cars I own. I've read enough "horror stories" about electronic ignitions abruptly dieing, to keep me from even considering one. Most of the time, a regular points ignition will gradually start to run worse and worse, giving you notice of impending failure.