Author Topic: Questions on wiring a new "ready to run" distributor?  (Read 1844 times)

Offline NorthWestcuda

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Questions on wiring a new "ready to run" distributor?
« on: May 12, 2008 - 12:34:24 PM »
I'm installing a new "ready to run mode" distributor in a 73 cuda.  The instructions say to "remove the factory resistor and run 12 volts directly to the coil".  The new distributor has two wires; one connects to the positive side of the coil and the other connects to the negative side of the coil. The coil is an Accel Super Coil #14001 

I'm concerned that this is not good for the coil and might damage it?  Do the wiring instructions sound correct?

Also, since I will not be using the factory ignition box, is it easy to disconnect and take it out of the wiring harness system?  When I take the ignition box out, will anything else be affected, gauges, charging, etc.?

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Offline Chryco Psycho

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Re: Questions on wiring a new "ready to run" distributor?
« Reply #1 on: May 12, 2008 - 12:50:34 PM »
you will need 12 to the dist & a wire to the - terminal
 removing the factory ECU will not effect anything else
not sure on the coil though , usually they require dropped voltage

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