Y-block coil

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Hivolt5.0

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Question, I have a 312 in my '57 Ranchero still running a points ignition. Eventually I want to change over to the pertronix ignition but I just don't have the funds right now. However, I have a nice chrome MSD coil from another project and I was wondering if I could use it with my points ignition?

thanks for your insight,

David
 
Hmmm, well. I bought it from a parts store off their "performance" do dads shelf. The coil wire connection is the female type, if that makes any sense, like the factory coil. I don't remember if the package said if it was for points or electronic.
 
All MSD coils should have a parts number. It is probably a 8200 ( the only chrome coil in their catalogue) and is also known as Chrome Blaster 2. When used with points a ballast resistor is required but is not necessary when used with electronic ignitions. If in doubt use a ballast.
Regards
 
rick55 said:
All MSD coils should have a parts number. It is probably a 8200 ( the only chrome coil in their catalogue) and is also known as Chrome Blaster 2. When used with points a ballast resistor is required but is not necessary when used with electronic ignitions. If in doubt use a ballast.
Regards
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Thank you for the information. I already have a ballast in the circuit so I think I'll give the coil a try. Should I open the gap on the plugs any???
 
Since you still have the points - I wouldn't be opening the plug gap.

The Y's reportedly don't show any advantage to the wider gap when on the dyno - even when the ignition is "built". That being the case - there is no need to stress the insulation of the cap, wires or coil.
 
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