The 'E' Type Forum

I installed the regular pertronix only because I did not want to change the coil and thought it to be an easier install but maybe I should have opted for the ignitorII . Maybe next time.
john

I just installed the Pertronix ignition on my 1971 s3 and and found it quite simple. Here is how i installed it. 1. remove the cap and remove the timing and ignition rotors. 2. Disconnect the 3 wire connector from the amp 3. Remove the pick up holder and disconnect the VAC ADVANCE /RETARD rod which ...

Hi madjack4 can you post how you installed the pertronix . Did you eliminate the ballast resistor ? And which resistor size did you use to make the tach work ? Any info will be appreciated. thanks