Electronic Ignition

[slednw]

Changed out my points for the electronic ignition. Man what a difference boat is pulling 4600 rpms now and has no hesitation.  Took a little while to get it timed because the marks where hard to read on the balancer but not that difficult.  Be ready to time the boat after install because it will most likely need adjustment!

[Joel]

I've been thinking about changing to electronic as well, but I'm NOT mechanically inclined & the marine shops around here arent the best...    How much did it cost?  Parts / Labor...

Thanks!

[Mike Harry]

Joel,

A Ford is a Ford and a Chevy is a Chevy. If you know someone who works on their own cars they should be able to help you install the kit.

Its as easy as pulling the distributor cap, pulling the points and condinser, placing ingitor system in with a screw, and replacing the the cap. Then put a timing light on it.

Wish I was closer, I would give you a hand.

[slednw]

Cost a $100 bucks and was very easy to install.  I didn't have a timing light but was able to rent one from the local auto parts store.  First time every timing an engine and to be honest I was very surprised how easy it was. 

[Midskier]

Awesome, glad to hear it worked out ok

Dan T

[Joel]

Sounds like one of the more useful things to do... and it doesnt cost an arm & a leg...  Thanks guys!!!!

[phil]

I've never timed an engine either, that's something I really want to do some day.

[RonT]

The best time to set your engine at is Happy Hour

[Joel]

Well... that goes without saying!!!

[Joel]

Gonna get the electronic ignition installed this week.  I'm looking at a Pertronix 751-1541 ignition kit which is rated for marine use on my "Prestolite" distributor on the Ford 351.  Cost about $88.00 @ Jegs.com.

Was wondering which make/model any of you guys have used with the Ford 351???  Or, do you recommend any specific brand/make/model?

Thanks!

[phil]

I have had one for several years without any issues and have been satisfied. I believe it is the same exact one you are looking at.

[Joel]

Beautiful!!!  Thanks Phil!!!   

[Mike Harry]

I dont know about the one you are talking about Joel, but I have in the past used a "Ignitor" system and it worked perfectly. Its still on my uncles boat (master craft) has been for Id guess 6 or 7 years with no problem.

I highly recommend the upgrade.

[Pelvic Woo]

I got my ignition out of the junk yard - 350 chevy...never had any issues, runs like a top (knock on wood).

[Mike Harry]

I got my ignition out of the junk yard - 350 chevy...never had any issues, runs like a top (knock on wood).

You got the HEI distriutor then? Not quite as easy for the Ford guys out there. I run a Mallory HEI in my Indmar (chevy).
Just so you know, in case you didnt already. ITS NOT OK TO RUN AN AUTOMOTIVE DISTRIBUTOR FOR MARINE APPLICATIONS. But thats what I do as well and so do many others.

Just incase you didnt know.