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Pertronix 71281D Ignitor III Adaptive Dwell Control for Multiple Spark with Digital Rev Limiter Ford 8 Cylinder Dual Point

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  • Multiple sparks throughout the entire RPM range with peak current level reached just prior to spark for maximum energy without the heat build-up, increasing coil performance and module reliability.
  • Integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting.
  • Memory safe function stores settings eliminating unintended changes to Rev limit.
  • Adaptive dwell maintains peak energy throughout the entire RPM range, reducing misfires while improving engine performance.
  • Pair with Pertronix Flame-Thrower Coil 44001 or 44011 for optimal performance


Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kits have proven themselves in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. It is the number one Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit to replace original mechanical points. A Pertronix Points Conversion kit allows you to run a stock distributor while improving the reliability and performance of your ignition system. The Pertronix Ignitor kits simply bolt to the distributor in place of the points assembly and provides a much more accurate trigger signal. This improves the timing accuracy and prevents ‘points bounce’ at higher rpm. The electronic technology also improves the dwell control to improve the spark output of the coil resulting in a hotter spark at the spark plug. With this dependable, self-contained, maintenance free electronic ignition system you'll never replace your points again.


Shan Wagnon
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2022
We are classic car people.. And these are going on all of them
Scotty J
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2021
Worked great on my father in laws 67 mustang. He was tuning a dual point setup that just wasn’t cutting it anymore. This was super easy to install and engine fired over right away!
Helpful RD
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2017
Excellent for transition from dual points setup. One hint is that you will re-use your stock plate inside the distributor after you remove the points parts.
Kell
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2017
Used with a 1963 Ford 427 FE to replace the factory dual points, mechanical advance ignition. I liked the idea of protection against leaving the ignition hot without running the engine, a rev limiter and multi-spark for the 10.5:1 true compression I run. Prior to the swap I was having issues with misfires after about 20 minutes of driving, and I had already replaced the 50 year old coil with a heavy duty Napa unit less than a year prior so I decided to make the upgrade to electronic ignition.The Ignitor III bolts right in without any gapping which was easier than the Ignitor I/II setups. It was very fast to complete the mechanical installation. Pull the old points and condenser, put the ignition module directly onto the distributor plate, and complete the installation using 2 screws. No gapping. I did elect to use the included wire guide to route the wires away from the distributor shaft. The wire guide screw went right into the old condenser screw location. The wire grommet provided fit very well in the distributor and made for a clean installation.The wiring was completed by cutting the wires to length, clamping the cheap ring connectors onto the red and black wires and finally bolting on the two ring connectors onto the positive and negative sides of the coil. No ring terminal is provided to replace the now incompatible factory style boot connector for the ignition coil (your existing coil is probably not up to the task of running with the Ignitor III as well).Setting the rev limiter was easy. Ignition to on (not start), turn the very small phillips head adjuster screw all the way right, then left, wait to see the LED start flashing (it will start at the minimum 4,500rpm) and turn the screw slowly to the right. Stop when you want to check where you're at (it's pretty sensitive). Count the long flashes (1,000 each), then count the fast flashes (100) each. Let it repeat 2-3x to be sure. Once you're where you want to be, shut the ignition off, slap the cap and rotor back on, loosen the distributor lock bolt and fire it up.Initial start up with no adjustment revealed 0* before top dead center. I advanced the spark to stock spec 8* BTDC with the old school timing light. The engine ran smooth at a rock solid 900rpm idle (right about where I want for a 427 FE). The engine remained smooth with no misfiring on a strong pull all the way through 6,000rpm on the Stewart Warner tach. I didn't feel like testing the rev limiter (6,200) just for the heck of testing it.The kit loses a point for the cheapy, clamp on ring connectors and murky information on what coils might be expected to work with the system. I bought a new Flame-Thrower III coil to make sure.When I get some free time, I'll be replacing the cheapy clamp ring connectors with something water tight and more reliable.
Oz
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2015
Suspect this was a returned item. Box looked like it had been opened, writes on unit were frayed and twisted and scrape on wiring insulation. Since rest of unit seemed unused, I tried it before returning and it seems to work fine. This was a replacement to a ignitor 2 unit, most desired feature being the rev limiter which was easy to program.
Wongjl
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2015
Works very well! Love it.
Jeffery wilcox
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2014
Put in my 1970 Boss 302 and replaced the dual points. Worked better than the points.
Don
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2013
Purchased to use in Ford Mustang!. Good quality and fits perfect. Looked like the picture in the ad...so this was an easy purchase. Great service. Shipping was fast and arrived well packaged brand new.
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