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oldredford · 09-18-2017, 06:57 PM

I am really beginning to question if electronic ignition is worth the rather large expense over stock. I can't tell the difference except when it comes time to pay for the stuff. Ouch...$44. for the 3ohm coil that probably cost 1.25 to produce. Stock coil costs $12-15.

Synchro909 · 09-18-2017, 07:07 PM

Buy a run of the mill, off the shelf 12v coil from your local store and drive on. You don't have to use the expensive coil. JMHO

MAG · 09-18-2017, 08:33 PM

If you go to electronic ignition be sure to get an extra module to put under the seat or in your spares box. Don't ask me why!

Smog Tech · 09-18-2017, 08:52 PM

Make sure you use an epoxy coil not an oil filled one. Oil filled coils can leak when mounted upside down.

Synchro909 · 09-18-2017, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Smog Tech

Make sure you use an epoxy coil not an oil filled one. Oil filled coils can leak when mounted upside down.

True, so mount it right way up - that's how I solved that potential issue. You'd need a slightly longer HT lead to the distributor.

3.6rs · 09-18-2017, 11:03 PM

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[QUOTE=oldredford;1528948]... Ouch...$44. for the 3ohm coil that probably cost 1.25 to produce...

the only thing is that you can not make for that price

BUBBAS IGNITION · 09-19-2017, 01:15 PM

I guess i have a different view on this!!
One of the most important parts of a ignition system is the ignition coil. It needs to be matched to the ignition primary circuit and have the correct resistance and inductance. A correct coil will last almost forever ( forgive some of the off shore units).
Personally owning these old cars and driving them all over the worst thing that can happen to ruin my day is for the car to die and coast to the side of the road. If spending 20-30 buck extra can prevent this then thats what i plan to do..

Jacksonlll · 09-19-2017, 02:45 PM

If you do switch to the electronic system, better get two, or be able to fix it yourself when on tour. Most of the guys on the tour with you will have all the parts for the standard system, but not your system.

JOHN CT · 09-19-2017, 03:34 PM

I've been using Nu Rex electronic ignition, about 12 years now. I've never had a problem with the ignition. As it gets older I decided to call Nu Rex to purchase a extra module to keep in the tool box before I do have a problem, and I was told that they didn't make them anymore. They did tell me that they sell a newer upper plate (witch I bought) with the jumper wires that I can use to start and run the engine till I can revert back to points.

KGBnut · 09-19-2017, 08:49 PM

I'm a strong believer in "it is your car, do what you want with it" but, I personally have found the original ignition system incredibly easy to adjust and maintain. I put about 3000 miles a year on my car. With that I am still on my first set of points, and I find I need to adjust them only once or twice a year.

So, I'm just curious, what is your motivation to make the change?

Ken

09-18-2017, 06:57 PM	#1
oldredford Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Moncks Corner, SC Posts: 450	electronic ignition I am really beginning to question if electronic ignition is worth the rather large expense over stock. I can't tell the difference except when it comes time to pay for the stuff. Ouch...$44. for the 3ohm coil that probably cost 1.25 to produce. Stock coil costs $12-15.

09-18-2017, 07:07 PM	#2
Synchro909 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 8,044	Re: electronic ignition Buy a run of the mill, off the shelf 12v coil from your local store and drive on. You don't have to use the expensive coil. JMHO __________________ I sometimes wonder what happened to the people who asked me for directions. Even at my age, I still like to look at a young, attractive woman but I can't really remember why.

09-18-2017, 08:33 PM	#3
MAG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 926	Re: electronic ignition If you go to electronic ignition be sure to get an extra module to put under the seat or in your spares box. Don't ask me why! __________________ I noticed the harder I work the luckier I get!

09-18-2017, 08:52 PM	#4
Smog Tech Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 145	Re: electronic ignition Make sure you use an epoxy coil not an oil filled one. Oil filled coils can leak when mounted upside down.

09-18-2017, 11:03 PM	#6
3.6rs Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Belgistan (formerly known as Belgium) Posts: 573	Re: electronic ignition Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) [QUOTE=oldredford;1528948]... Ouch...$44. for the 3ohm coil that probably cost 1.25 to produce... the only thing is that you can not make for that price

09-19-2017, 01:15 PM	#7
BUBBAS IGNITION Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SPEEDWAY INDIANA Posts: 4,148	Re: electronic ignition I guess i have a different view on this!! One of the most important parts of a ignition system is the ignition coil. It needs to be matched to the ignition primary circuit and have the correct resistance and inductance. A correct coil will last almost forever ( forgive some of the off shore units). Personally owning these old cars and driving them all over the worst thing that can happen to ruin my day is for the car to die and coast to the side of the road. If spending 20-30 buck extra can prevent this then thats what i plan to do.. __________________ If it Makes Spark, we do it !!!! www.bubbasignition.com [email protected]

09-19-2017, 02:45 PM	#8
Jacksonlll Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan-- Member of Oakleaf of MARC Posts: 1,686	Re: electronic ignition If you do switch to the electronic system, better get two, or be able to fix it yourself when on tour. Most of the guys on the tour with you will have all the parts for the standard system, but not your system.

09-19-2017, 03:34 PM	#9
JOHN CT Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: In my garage Posts: 468	Re: electronic ignition I've been using Nu Rex electronic ignition, about 12 years now. I've never had a problem with the ignition. As it gets older I decided to call Nu Rex to purchase a extra module to keep in the tool box before I do have a problem, and I was told that they didn't make them anymore. They did tell me that they sell a newer upper plate (witch I bought) with the jumper wires that I can use to start and run the engine till I can revert back to points. __________________ 31 Tudor 66 Bonneville 57 Chevy pickup 27 T roadster pick up

09-19-2017, 08:49 PM	#10
KGBnut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Southwestern Connecticut Posts: 934	Re: electronic ignition I'm a strong believer in "it is your car, do what you want with it" but, I personally have found the original ignition system incredibly easy to adjust and maintain. I put about 3000 miles a year on my car. With that I am still on my first set of points, and I find I need to adjust them only once or twice a year. So, I'm just curious, what is your motivation to make the change? Ken __________________ Style beats speed any day, and with a lot fewer tickets.