HEI Distributor or Pertrnix Electronic Ignition

Mystang66 · Jan 15, 2012

I have a 68 Mustang that has had a 351c dropped in it. Runs great, but I am wanting to upgrade the ignition. I am wondering which is better, converting to a Pertronix ignitor and Flamethrower coil or install a HEI distributor?

gikort · Jan 16, 2012

Prob personal opinion on what you want it to look like. Some people dont really like the looks the HEI. Thats what I have on mine and I really like it. 1 wire hookup, no external coil or box. 55k volts. Works great.

Rmoore45 · Jan 16, 2012

I'm also deciding on getting pertronix or hei. Due to the size of the of the Hei I may not be able to use it since I have classic auto air a/c. I think the distributor may hit the brackets that hold the compressor. I may also have to get a different air cleaner to clear the distributor. I would be nice to see some pics of hei distributors in their cars.

gikort · Jan 17, 2012

Here is a pic of my HEI. I needed to use a 1" carb spacer to get my aircleaner to fit over it.

rbohm · Jan 17, 2012

it depends on what look you are after. if you want a stock look, then go with the pertronix ignitor. if you like the look of the gm style electronic ignition, the go with the DUI system. personally i prefer the duraspark dsitributor as it fits better than the DUI does, and hte distributor is generally readily available from your local parts store.

Metcalf · Jan 18, 2012

Rmoore45 said:
I'm also deciding on getting pertronix or hei. Due to the size of the of the Hei I may not be able to use it since I have classic auto air a/c. I think the distributor may hit the brackets that hold the compressor. I may also have to get a different air cleaner to clear the distributor. I would be nice to see some pics of hei distributors in their cars.

My HEI clears the AC bracket and compressor on my 68 with a 289.

68stang351 · Jan 20, 2012

I know I'm going to make some of you mad, but I don't care.

Go ahead and put ugly ass GM looking crap on your Mustang, or keep it looking good while still working just as well.

I like Gikort's engine except the GM looking HEI.

I used Pertronix in the 302 in my Fairlane, and IMO, my distributor looks more like it belongs there, more like a Ford.

Rusty67 · Jan 22, 2012

I vote for duraspark. Really good, cheap upgrade and it isn't a GM part.

gikort · Jan 22, 2012

68stang351 said:
I know I'm going to make some of you mad, but I don't care.

Go ahead and put ugly ass GM looking crap on your Mustang, or keep it looking good while still working just as well.

Haha wow strong personal feelings?

2+2GT · Jan 22, 2012

Yeah, I have no problem with an HEI on a GM car, but the Pertronix would look better, fit better, and maybe work better. They even have a distributor that was made to look stock, now, too, for the 289/302.

68stang351 · Jan 23, 2012

gikort said:
Haha wow strong personal feelings?

Nah. My post came across more harsh than I intended for it to.

Your engine bay is super clean, I just don't like that distributor on Ford cars is all.

WTFO · Jan 28, 2012

I'd say BOO to GM parts on your Blue Oval. It's blasphemy dude.

PoppyMod · Jan 28, 2012

Mystang66 said:
I have a 68 Mustang that has had a 351c dropped in it. Runs great, but I am wanting to upgrade the ignition. I am wondering which is better, converting to a Pertronix ignitor and Flamethrower coil or install a HEI distributor?

Hi,
Here's a compact distributor idea. http://www.compu-tronix.com/DIS8.htm

70Stangman · Jan 29, 2012

I would ask you one question about your car in making your decision. Does your car have a Ford factory tac?? IF it does the HEI or aftermarked Mallory or MSD ignition set-ups will NOT work for the Tach. If you are Not using a Ford factory tac then I suggest a Mallory Unilite and HighFire box and there High Voltage coil. I have and am running both Mallory adn Pertronix systems on two cars now both work fine but the Mallory has Stronger Spark (it seems to me).

gikort · Jan 29, 2012

I have a factory tach and HEI. It works, but you can't wire it to the "tach" prong on the distributor, You have to wire it in line for the coil if I remember right.

PoppyMod said:
Hi,
Here's a compact distributor idea. http://www.compu-tronix.com/DIS8.htm

That is really cool. Just like modern ignition.

WTFO said:
I'd say BOO to GM parts on your Blue Oval. It's blasphemy dude.

I have Isuzu steering on my Stang too.

WTFO · Jan 29, 2012

Hey it's your car, man. The Isuzu steering box is A LOT less noticeable than a huge GM HEI cap blocking your air filter. The HEI may be cheaper than a Mallory or Pertronix but if you want your other Ford buddies to heckle you after you lift your hood- go for it.

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