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Installed and works like a charm
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 4:48 pm
by Torcan
Had this discussion before.
Went ahead and installed new distributor, works like a charm, no more stalling at the crucial docking. Mechanic adjusted the advance curve as per required using electronic gadgets and equations... Don't ask me the details, I am totally out of my ballpark on that.
Timing was done, spark plugs changed along with new wiring.
I also installed rope lighting under the Transom, pic is using a cameraphone, so not the best
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 4:55 pm
by The Dog House
Is that an electronic ignition/distributor? It looks different than a typical distributor. If so, what kind is it?
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 4:57 pm
by Torcan
The Dog House wrote:Is that an electronic ignition/distributor? It looks different than a typical distributor. If so, what kind is it?
Yes HEI
Advance curve at 13 degrees at 4000RPM I believe is what he said.
TC640000 Taylor StreetThunder HEI Distributer
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 8:40 am
by jefflaw35
Glad it worked for you Torcan, I wander what kind of setup like this is out there for the 318 Chrysler. My equipment is deff no good and I will be there soon.
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 9:18 am
by prowlersfish
That is based on the system that came out in 1975 on most GM cars . Its a great system , however even thought they are sell them for marine they do not meet the USCG requirements or have not gone thru the certification . I was looking at using a set on a boat I was working on , when I check on the marine units I was told they where for racing and cert was not needed . also vacuum advance units( as the photo shows) are generally not use for marine . The one that Tocan installed has no vacuum advance
With that said I like that system better than any ignition system made , and if some made a USCG approved on it would be great. If someone sells them and has gotten the approval please let me know as I have been looking ( not for my diesels LOL )
In Canada they are not under USCG so not sure what is needed.
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 9:23 am
by Big D
Torcan, I'm familiar with those distributors but have never seen one in a marine application. That is not to say that a marine version isn't out there but I'm pretty sure the one in the picture is NOT for a marine application. If you have the same one with the vacuum advance, I suspect it's automotive. If that's the case, it is not designed to be vapour proof for a marine engine compartment. Can you please confirm and let us know.
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 9:25 am
by Big D
Typing at the same time Paul but you hit it on the head.
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 9:27 am
by prowlersfish
Big D wrote:Typing at the same time Paul but you hit it on the head.
You know what they say about great minds thinking a like .
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 10:04 am
by Big D
Lucky for you you don't have to think about spark plugs
Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:23 am
by prowlersfish
Big D wrote:Lucky for you you don't have to think about spark plugs
Here we go ...... Kidding
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Posted: Sat Jun 23, 2012 1:22 pm
by jefflaw35
I like the 5 gallon bucket!! that will save my short arse alot of money!!!
rope lights look great T
