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Delco vs. Prestolite

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by mmillar, Nov 17, 2008.

  1. mmillar

    mmillar New Member

    Will I encounter any problems with switching over from a Prestolite distributor to a Delco? I know the timing would be different, but didn't know what else I would have to be aware of. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
     
    mmillar, Nov 17, 2008
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  2. Mcruff

    Mcruff Earlycj5 Machinist

    You should have no problems other than maybe the spark plug boots and I'm not sure thats gonna be different.
     
    Mcruff, Nov 17, 2008
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  3. sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

    I can't think of anything. Spark plug boots should be the same for a point system from one distributor to the next, not like electronic vs. points.
     
    sparky, Nov 17, 2008
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  4. Chris Insull

    Chris Insull All roads lead me back to the beach... 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Easy changeover, would recommend putting the Pertronix conversion in, however. The kit come with shims to help with setting the magnetic pick-up airgap and minimizing shaft endplay. Well worth it IMHO...
     
    Chris Insull, Nov 18, 2008
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