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Old 29-08-2016, 12:50 PM   #1
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Default Capri Electronic Ignition

Hi guys

Just wanting to get some opinions about electronic ignition for a V6 Capri. I have heard some good things about making this upgrade and just wondering what the benefits are and if anyone has any recommendations for what product to buy?

Is it worth doing during the build or would it be simple enough to do this once its on the road? If its simple enough to add this later then I might use the money ($300?) for other expenses and just concentrate on getting the build finished with the old coil and resistor I still have.

Thoughts greatly appreciated!
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Old 31-08-2016, 07:52 AM   #2
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I converted mine - fitted out the original distributor - has been really good
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Old 31-08-2016, 10:24 PM   #3
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This has to be the best modification to any V6 Capri. Jerry Soldatas at Ignition Torque in Bayswater, Victoria did mine and it'sthe best money I ever spent on my V6 Capri. A MUST do for reliable motoring.
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Old 31-08-2016, 11:01 PM   #4
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Default Re: Capri Electronic Ignition

Easiest conversion is using the Petronix system. Convert to points in about 15 minutes as long as you have 12V going to dizzy, otherwise you will have to run a new wire....

Info and catalogue below..

http://www.pertronix.com/catalogs/pd...ition_conv.pdf


You can buy from these below or Ebay or contact them direct..

http://www.pertronix.com.au/availfrom.html
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Old 01-09-2016, 08:20 PM   #5
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Accuspark comments?
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Old 05-09-2016, 05:46 PM   #6
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Accuspark comments?
Hit and miss. I bought about 9 over from the UK and have had 3 fail. I was thinking it may relate to the resistor.
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Old 07-09-2016, 08:01 PM   #7
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You won't beat one of these.


https://wiki.autosportlabs.com/MegaJolt_Lite_Jr.
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Old 07-09-2016, 08:07 PM   #8
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Select Megajolt
https://wiki.autosportlabs.com/Main_Page

https://forum.autosportlabs.com/

https://forum.autosportlabs.com/viewforum.php?f=9
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