measure gap between rotor and plug posts in distributor cap

[Purdy Swoft]

The spark gets hotter when it jumps a gap . Just a way to get hotter spark for free if you want it . Of course an original model A doesn't necessarily need hotter spark . Hotter spark can be of benefit with modified engines .

[1930-Pickup]

Originally Posted by Purdy Swoft

The spark gets hotter when it jumps a gap . Just a way to get hotter spark for free if you want it . Of course an original model A doesn't necessarily need hotter spark . Hotter spark can be of benefit with modified engines .

Purdy is right, as usual. "Air gap type" Spark Intensifiers work on the same principle.
I'm not sure the increased hotter spark is free though, it is a little bit harder on the ignition components. If you have Quality healthy parts, there should be no problem.