Distributor

[Jim T.]

Re: Distributor

I installed a Mallory electronic ignition in my 1970 Corvette in early 1975. Drove the 70 from Dallas, to San Diego, to Dallas, to Virginia Beach, VA in 1975. No problems with the Mallory system. One day in 1977 car would not start. Pulled distributor removed the Mallory shutter wheel and photo cell. Installed points and condenser and started the 70. Never changed this system for a electronic ignition later in original distributor. In 1993 installed ZZ1 GM crate engine in the 70 that came with a HEI distributor. Still using it. My 1968 has always had its original points type ignition.

[Kurt G.]

Re: Distributor

Blue Streak or Standard are good points. Just make sure the points have NO plastic, except the pick-up pall. Had a set from paragon that work great until I revved over 3500 rpm. Plastic retainer broke and I was lucky to make it two miles home.

[William C.]

Re: Distributor

Points/condensor, can keep a spare set in glove box or toolbox, and are not really prone to complete failure. Electronic-can fail completely leaving you Found On The Road Dead. For the miles these cars are driven, where's the choice? Performance in a well tuned engine is a wash.