Need help friends
I tried to install the ignitor 11 electronic ignition in my distributor with no luck.i removed the points and installed it.the problem i seem to have was removeing the ballast resistor,i also have a black box that has to wires running to it .One side say IGN,the other Field.My car is 1965 so im not sure what that box does.I contacted protronics tech and hes not sure about it either.any help would be great.Hope i explained this okay ,if not fell free to let me know
Thanks

 

What engine, what car and what does the thing want you to hook up to?

 

It is my 65 plymouth and it has the y block 318.it recommends you eliminate the ballast resistor and run a hot wire to the coil ,but when i try and start it ,it will back fires through the carb,im thinking i must have a bad part.When i go back to the points it runs perfect.I just wanted the reliable electronic ignition .not so sure now
Thanks Scott

 

Never used a protronic's unit on a Mopar, but did have on on my MG and Triumph. With those it was possible to get the set up 180 degrees backwards so it would fire while on the intake stroke, which caused it to backfire thru the carb!

 

Ok, from what I saw on the petronix site with the ignitor for the 12v ground system, the black wire should go to the neg of the coil. I dont see where it says to REMOVE the ballast resistor. If the resistor is kept, the ignitor red wire would go to the regulator side of the resistor. Looks like its dark blue on your car. http://www.mymopar.com/downloads/1965/65FuryB.JPG Hope this helps, it should be the schematic for your car.

 

I'm happy to help. The wifes watching american idol now and its either help you or pound spikes through my eyes!

 

The black box sounds like the voltage regulator.[ign. -field]. The old electromechanical type. [about 3 inches square?]
[most of] The aftermarket ignitions do not use the ballast resistor but that means you must use a compatible COIL to go with the aftermarket ignition. The factory old mopar coils were not rated for a constant 12+ volts. Use a MSD coil [non resistor type] . you need to know what coil is compatible with the system you have.

 

Thanks guys for your help .You know the old story when they run good leave them alone.I think mine is defective and im sending it back.Going back to the points for now .yes the black box is the alternator regulator
Paul

 

Hi 64 Fury .how would i get get them 180 degrees backwards
Thanks for your help

 

Sorry bro, but keep that link I sent you and print those schematics. Very handy when you're on the side of the road. Hmmmm, how do I know that?

 

Thanks Scott ,I have already printed it out already