Points or Electronic?

[jm_foote]

Just tore apart the machine today, hoping to do the timing (timing light).

The contacts are really pitted, which made timing a bitch. I obviously need to change the points.

Should I order some new contacts, or buy an electronic ignition? What could have caused these things to pit so badly?

Any feedback appreciated.

[SPARKSS]

Re: Points or Electronic

Howdy Jon. Pitting of mechanical points will happen over time but abnormal pitting (and/or in short time) is usually the result of poor condenser action. I'd recommend changing both each time you change points if you stay with this system. Having experienced many years of reliable point service, I have no reason to change and know that my chances of successful roadside repair are going to be better.

[jm_foote]

Thanks. I think I'll stick with the points. I'll order them and new condensers on Monday.

Just took her for a test drive, and ouch. No power over 20% throttle now. Apparently I made things worse.

[Jarrod]

I have a Dyna Ignition system on my bike and it has been trouble free.
Wouldn't trade it for anything \\/

[chef1366]

I've had points and electronic ignitions. The points do need some attention. The Dyna S is an install and forget about it system.

Forget about it!

[SkeletonLake]

Agree with getting rid of the points/condensor. for electronic. Changed on my old 750 years ago after limping home 100kms on two cylinders. Would you still want to run points in your car; just a thought.

[49er]

Modern electronic ignitions are generally reliable.
For a few extra dollars, you can fit a system that allows you to program a custom advance curve.
These systems can provide a very smooth and wide power band.

[tfb]

For a few extra dollars, you can fit a system that allows you to program a custom advance curve.

Thanks 49er! Where would you suggest we could buy one of these online?

Cheers,
Mike.

[49er]

Thanks 49er! Where would you suggest we could buy one of these online?

Cheers,
Mike.

Mike
Your nearest Boyer Bransden agent is: http://www.boyerbransden.com/html/australasia.html

When I bought my system, the cheapest place was:

http://www.classicsolutionsuk.co.uk/catalog/Boyer-Bransden-mf-1.html

The recent change in exchange rate may have changed that though. You'll need to do some research.

The kit # you need is: KIT00290
Cheers
Ian

[jm_foote]

Hmm, ok, so maybe I will order the electronic. If I don't find a better option, I'll order the dyna s on monday.

Thanks all!

[Tarbash 27]

I was thinking of going to dyna s, but Ill think I'd rather get a new set of points and condensors.

[steely]

Agree with getting rid of the points/condensor. for electronic. Changed on my old 750 years ago after limping home 100kms on two cylinders. Would you still want to run points in your car; just a thought.

Actually, I am still running points in my '58 Chevy. I am going to switch it out for a Pertronix system soon. Points will work, they just tend to be fiddly. I keep an extra set in my glove box.

[Jarrod]

I love the dyna s and wouldn't have it any other way but....
I still have points in all of my old tractors ( 9N and 860 )

[earlfor]

NOw if you would just put a racing exhaust system, pods and a Dyna ignition on that tractor, you might be able to plow at 100+ mph. Although, I'm not sure how well a tractor is going to drift through the corners. LOL

E.

I love the dyna s and wouldn't have it any other way but....
I still have points in all of my old tractors ( 9N and 860 )

[Jarrod]

NOw if you would just put a racing exhaust system, pods and a Dyna ignition on that tractor, you might be able to plow at 100+ mph. Although, I'm not sure how well a tractor is going to drift through the corners. LOL

E.

Now my old 1955 ford 860 powermaster has a whopping 50 HP....LOL
my old 1939 9n on a good day may have 20 HP...LOL
as far as curves go the powermaster can turn on a dime...
if you jam on the left or right brake peddle\\/
but the super heavy water filled tires don't help much:-D
I haven't plowed much most of the time I just bush hog
with my big tractor and run the finnishing mower with
the little 9N....1939 model and still humming right along
they don't build anything like that anymore.