Dyno testing has shown that most small blocks running Premium pump gas with 9.0:1 - 9.5:1 compression make peak horsepower with roughly 38-42 degrees of total advance. Engines with 9.5:1 - 10.5:1 typically require 35-38 degrees total. Finally, if running an engine with a compression ratio above 10.5:1, total advance should not go higher Conversion packages are available to convert old point-type ignitions to electronic ignitions. Packages include distributor with high performance advance curve, wiring harness, electronic control unit, ballast resistor, and installation instructions. Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit, Hi-Po ECU Fits: 273, 318, 340, 360 $185.95 The early Ford DuraSpark I and II and Mopar electronic distributors employ a magnetic pickup much like the GM HEI. The only critical information you need is to determine which wire on the magnetic pickup is the trigger wire and which is the ground. For the early Ford two-wire distributors, the orange wire is the signal wire (+) that connects to Free Shipping - Mopar Performance 3690430 with qualifying orders of $99. Shop Distributors at Summit Racing. Mopar Performance Distributors. Distributor, Electronic, Magnetic Pickup, Adjustable Vacuum Advance, Chrysler, 273, 318, 340, 360, Each Instructions. Instruction Sheets for Part Number DCC-3690430. As Proform's instructions clearly stated, the new distributor needed to go in the exact same way with the rotor pointing in the same direction. Other prep work included setting the air gap between the magnetic pickup and the reluctor on the new distributor. 0.008" was the goal. Too close and the reluctor will hit the pickup. Distributor Hold Down Wrench Ignition Timing Theory Timing is the point, measured in crankshaft degrees, that the distributor fires each respective spark plug. The measurement is established on the number 1 cylinder of all Mopar engines. Once the timing is set the distributor fires each consecutive spark plug at the same number of degrees. Applications included: 273, 318, 325 Red Ram, 340, and 360 V8's. This is a NEW distributor, not a second or blem! Pefect for upgrading non computer controlled engines. This is a simple 2 wire hook up - add 12V power plus an external coil, and you're "ready to run". Features: Oversized steel shaft for high strength. Top mounted sealed ball bearing. MSD Performance tells us that many of the ignition boxes in their arsenal can be triggered by way of a set of points or any number of OEM (and select aftermarket) electronic ignition systems. Something like a GM HEI, a Pertronix Ignitor electronic, a Mallory 9000, a Hall effect distributor and many others can be used in conjunction with the 6AL-2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mopar Performance - Block Hardware Kit for Small Block V-8 Fits 1964-'92 LA*, 1992-'03 Magnum, R1, R2, R3, R4, 340 Replacement, and Mopar Performance parts beginning with a "P" prefix are sold "as is distributor or retailer, assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing or repair. Chrysler, Dodge In Stock. $98.95. 117-1002 Street Distributor -. Street Distributor - "RB" - Ready to Run - New. For more mild street applications, we also have our Ready to Run Street distributor. These fit "RB" (413/426/440) engines. They feature a simple 2 wire hookup, and no external ignition box is required. Free Shipping - Mopar Performance 3690426 with qualifying orders of $99. Shop Distributors