That system consisted of breaker points, a condenser, and an ignition coil to store the current. Point timing had to tie in with spark timing via the distributor rotor indexing.

It consisted of replacing the points, condenser and spark plugs. For high-mileage drivers and performance enthusiasts this ignition system maintenance was often needed more than once a year.

PerTronix’s Ignitor makes getting electronic ignition easy. We show you how, in around 30 minutes, to get rid of your old points in favor of a modern electronic ignition.