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Subject:Re: electronic ignition in '71/1600?
From:R.D. Robertson
Date:Thu, 18 Apr 1996 16:34:52 -0500

Steve Tokar wrote:
> 
> Anyone have opinions (naah, not here) on electronic ignition conversion
> kits? I have a 71 with a stock 1600 engine.
> 
> Specifically, a fellow 71-er recommended the Bug-Pak from Jacobs
> Electronics. Says it did wonders for his power and mileage. Supposed to be
> smog-legal in California (where I am).
> 
> Upsides? Downsides? Warnings? On this brand or on electronic ignition in
> general.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> -steve tokar

I installed the Pertronix Ignitor Hall-effect points replacement module 
in my '79 bus and am happy with it, so far.  Cost: $50.  Compu-Fire 
makes a similar points replacement module, as well as a distributor-less 
electronic ignition for somewhere around $200, I think.

RDR

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