I gave my resistor to another member so I also just use a bridge wire, are there any long term problems with doing this? I could not think of any.

Quote:If the distributor is of the High Energy type, then you will need a suitable High Energy coil.

If you have a distributor that has been fitted with an electronic conversion kit, such as the Pertronix, then a GT40 coil will be good.
These conversions are essentially a 'points replacement' system that run on full system voltage, so using the resistor will degrade ignition performance.

I didn't remove the resistor when I fitted my Pertronix, I just bypassed the resistance element with a short fly lead between the end terminals. Laziness breeds simple solutions.
I also cary a new point set & condencer so that I can revert back & get going again in the event of module failure.

I also run Platinum plugs. These allow the spark to jump the standard gap at a lower voltage, so a slightly wider gap can be used without overtaxing the coil.
The net result is easier starting & the engine fires on every cylinder, every time.

Nothing like a nice big fat spark to light the fire.

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How do I know if it's a High Energy type?

Cheers,
Sam

p.s. if your car runs till you release the key, the ballast in knackered..
if you running an 'R' coil it's designed to run on 7ish volts (ie thru the ballast) while the car is running, the ignition bypasses the ballast when cranking to give extra volts to the coil and a bit extra spark, but if it's bypasses constantly the coil will overheat and fail...

ISince it's of a similar vein, I'm gonna hijack this thread with my question.

I scored off Ebay US a new old stock electronic Dizzy for an A series. Thing is it doesn't have a module with it. I have a pair of modules off an 8 plug CA18eT, but I've thus far not been able to get any spark from it. Does anyone have any pointers or tips for me?