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mrraford · 03-20-2019, 11:46 AM

Started this post and got distracted so I hope I'm not doubling up here:

Please help me confirm or debunk an urban myth.
I have acquired some modern points distributor plates.

Years ago, old-timers would suggest that "why pay those high prices for the modern point from distributors. Just go to the parts store and buy points for a 19XX Ford ABC."

Is this correct and can I just buy points from RockAuto for $2 for a 19XX Ford ABC that will work?

Help me fill in the unknown year and model numbers folks. It looks like some of the available $2 points are similar but the setup is in reverse of the Model A distributor.

03-20-2019, 11:46 AM	#1
mrraford Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 191	Modern Points cross-reference Started this post and got distracted so I hope I'm not doubling up here: Please help me confirm or debunk an urban myth. I have acquired some modern points distributor plates. Years ago, old-timers would suggest that "why pay those high prices for the modern point from distributors. Just go to the parts store and buy points for a 19XX Ford ABC." Is this correct and can I just buy points from RockAuto for $2 for a 19XX Ford ABC that will work? Help me fill in the unknown year and model numbers folks. It looks like some of the available $2 points are similar but the setup is in reverse of the Model A distributor.