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question about changing old distributor for new electronic ignition
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question about changing old distributor for new electronic ignition
anyone else do this? What was your experience/results?
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Re: question about changing old distributor for new electronic ignition
Regarding the 145 vs. 160 degree thermostats - it depends on where you are running. You get less salt buildup with 145 - that's why they are the spec for some engines. The engine will be more efficient with a 160. IMHO - use 145 for use in salt water and 160 if you are running in fresh water.
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Re: question about changing old distributor for new electronic ignition
There are several choices for electronic ignition conversions. Anything from a points and condenser elimination kit to a full distributor upgrade, and incorporating an ignition control module, etc. The key thing to keep in mind is that the distributor and supporting hardware be designed for a marine application to ensure you end up with a proper advance curve for your marine engine. You don't want an automotive advance curve in a boat.
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Re: question about changing old distributor for new electronic ignition
In response to ColRon, yes they are Crusader 454's w 350 HP. The hell of it is they are running fine. And I hate to mess up something that works, but intuitively it just seems these will make it even better. Hope I'm correct cause it's a big investment in two full kits and I just don't want to screw this up...
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Yes it is fresh water cooled. Appreciate your comments.
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