I just dropped a 460 into my 1972 f100. I dont have any of the electronics from the 1983 f250 that the motor came out of, so I need to wire the distributor directly to the coil (if possible). If anyone has a clue please fill me in!! Thank you.
On Sun, 09 Mar 2008 16:13:20 -0700, m_a_volkerts rearranged some electrons to say:
You'll need at least the ignition module if you have a magnetic trigger distributor. Alternatively, you could use an aftermarket ignition such as MSD.
Magnetic Trigger, How do i tell? The distributor that I have has something that looks like it is in place of a points set. Is this Magnetic Trigger?? If so that sucks! Thank you for the response.
On Sun, 09 Mar 2008 18:21:10 -0700, m_a_volkerts rearranged some electrons to say:
Actually, if it's a 1983 model, it could be a TFI distributor.
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On Sun, 09 Mar 2008 18:21:10 -0700, m_a_volkerts rearranged some electrons to say:
Ford magnetic trigger has three wires coming out of it.
If you'll go to the link I gave you and look at the installation instructions for your favorite MSD box, they'll tell you how to hook up various types of ignition systems to their box.
I found a points distributor, cap, rotor, and wirekit for 70 dollars. I can just put the points distributor from a 70s model 460 in this newer model on right?
I found a points distributor, cap, rotor, and wirekit for 70 dollars. I can just put the points distributor from a 70s model 460 in this newer model on right?
But why??!
CJB
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