So instead of getting the whole electronic ignition kit from Mopar Performance, I'm going to just get the electronic distributor and use MSD parts for the rest of it.

Is there an article or at least a parts list for what I'll need from MSD?

How about a source for a (new) Mopar electronic distributor?

BTW this is for a '70 Dart Swinger 225

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'74 Duster w/ HEI ignition, beat to snot suspension, A904, 8.25" 3.55 SG rear, still being tuned up and gets 17 MPG

Know how they always build a better idiot? That's me

You can get a distributor at any parts store or even a junkyard. For the box, go to any Mopar Performance dealer and tell him you want an MP MSD box.

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So all I really need to go with the distributor is the box, eh? Schweet, woulda figured there's be a couple other parts when going MSD.

Should be nice with the addition of a Stacker, too

Now, when I do that can I lose the ballast resistor? What purpose does it serve anyway?

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'74 Duster w/ HEI ignition, beat to snot suspension, A904, 8.25" 3.55 SG rear, still being tuned up and gets 17 MPG

Know how they always build a better idiot? That's me

The ballast resistor is used to limit the current to the coil. In points systems this prevents burning up the points. I wouldn't remove it unless specific instructions from the manufacturer say to.

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Chuck Rivers, Webmaster

Some suggestions, A good coil is needed ,MSD blaser II is recommended as some coils could overheat a list of compatable coils comes with the msd 6 box, I would think about getting the 6 AL (with rev limiter) it might save your engine and in the instructions youll see than interfaceing with future add ons like timing retards is easyer.Also a Good set of wires seems to be needed I'm told crossfireing can be a real poblem also no solid core wires. they produce allot of Elecromagetic interferance. And as for the ballast resistor it shoud be jumped or removed th old coil+ is used to turn the unit on and off and requires 12V .I also mounted the coil on the inner fender near the distibutor away from engine heat, O and dont touch it when its running it will knock you on your ass. hope this helps good luck Bruce

LOL, I am definately familiar with being thrown around by an all-too-happy ignition. I run a Blaster II in my truck and love it, so I'll definately take your suggestion on that. What exactly does the rev limiter on the 6AL do? Cut off or weaken the spark at high revs? Does it connect in the same way as the Stacker?

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'74 Duster w/ HEI ignition, beat to snot suspension, A904, 8.25" 3.55 SG rear, still being tuned up and gets 17 MPG

Know how they always build a better idiot? That's me

It's also there to keep the coil from overheating at low rpm's. It's not just a point thing the mopar electronic igntion is just an electronic switch that replaces the points so the ballast is just as important for that application.

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Dave Clement
68 Barracuda (Hot-Rod \6)
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So I should leave it in then when I convert to electronic?

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'74 Duster w/ HEI ignition, beat to snot suspension, A904, 8.25" 3.55 SG rear, still being tuned up and gets 17 MPG

Know how they always build a better idiot? That's me

Yes, if you are converting to the mopar electronic ignition or one of the hybreds using the GM module. If you are swapping to MSD you should not need to use it because this is a capacitor discharge ignition and the current flow duration is very short and will not cause over heating. Just follow the MSD instructions.

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Dave Clement
68 Barracuda (Hot-Rod \6)
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze4pgxf/

Well every part aside from the distributor will be MSD (the coil, ignition box, and a 6AL). The distributor I plan on getting new from Mopar Performance.

Heh, woops. Posted from school and forgot to log in

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'74 Duster w/ HEI ignition, beat to snot suspension, A904, 8.25" 3.55 SG rear, still being tuned up and gets 17 MPG

Know how they always build a better idiot? That's me