Ignition conversion kit

1966 PONTIAC LEMANS
V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAULKINDL
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I have a 66 lemans with a 326 engine, I would like to install a ignition conversion kit in it. Is there one that you could recommend to do it? I was looking at the Mallory 501 conversion kit but is says that it is for a 2 point system and 12 volt where the car has a drop down to 9 volt because of the single point don't burn out. Can you tell me more? thanks, Paul
Apr 26, 2011 at 3:07 PM
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DAVE'S BIG BACKYARD!
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just run power off the 9 volt system before it breaks it down to 9 volts,you just need swiched 12 volt power from the key,there has got to be somthing you can use.
Apr 27, 2011 at 2:52 AM
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PAULKINDL
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What would be the unit to change the system over to a 12 volt system? I'd like to eliminate the 9 volt system so there will be more of a spark at the spark plugs.
Apr 28, 2011 at 9:51 PM
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if you wan tto convert to electronic ignition, then get a unit like a pertronix or crane, they include instructions on how to install it CORRECTLY and not worry abou the 9 volt /12 volt areas.
Jun 19, 2011 at 6:36 PM