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No3Fan4Ever · 01-30-2003, 10:19 PM

Has anybody ever used this module that converts your points to electronic and still allows the use of your stock distributor

http://www.cranecams.com/ignition/xri.htm

just curious as to how well this works or is replacing the whole thing that much better

Bob Chayer · 01-30-2003, 10:48 PM

Never used this unit but I have used the Pertronix unit on Chevys as well as British cars and it works very well. Wouldn't drive one of those MG/Triumphs without one!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 01-30-2003, 11:35 PM

I have used the pertronics unit (very nice) That crane unit was on HORSE POWER TV last weekend chuck sure seemed to like it with the bilt in rev limiter

67cst · 01-31-2003, 12:59 AM

how much are they? im running points and allready concidered it but havent looked int othem yet

FRENCHBLUE72 · 01-31-2003, 01:18 AM

I want to say they were 100$$$ but not for sure

MR.BOWTIE · 01-31-2003, 02:33 AM

I did that with my 71' c10,but it wasnt that brand----the best 85.00 I ever spent.I bought it at summit. It worked great!!
I was in Reno and it got down to the thirties,and that puppy started up like a dream.
Best thing about that trip,was being able to go to Summit warehouse in person!!
Slapped it in in about 2 beers,or half an hour. It doesnt have to a real fancy one to do the job right.

Project1970 · 01-31-2003, 04:45 AM

I'll definitely keep an eye on those for my girlfriend's Opel GT with the 1.9L German four-banger...since I highly doubt I'll find an HEI distributor for it anytime soon, and even so, for any decent price.

Myself, I've got an HEI in my truck and I love it...it's still disturbing to me how much of an improvement it was, but I got 2MPG and two tenths in the quarter...sounds too good to be true, I know, but I saw the numbers for myself...

Hooter · 01-31-2003, 05:12 AM

I think its just way better to put in Hei then all this ohter stuff, can't beat just having one wire

crazy longhorn · 01-31-2003, 09:26 AM

I have a Pertronix Ignitor in the kid's 89 ranger(sb chev powered), & it works great. For the money, the GM HEI is a good unit..... but if you are working with limited space, or just want that "factory original" look ,the upgrade on the old points dist is a good way to go........crazyL

rigo · 01-31-2003, 01:31 PM

Mallory makes a unilite conversion kit for points.....converts it to electronic ign...Summit carries the kit for $99 i think ...i have one on my pontiac....works great!....

rigo

gman · 01-31-2003, 03:23 PM

I've been looking at that Comp Cams setup also. Been wondering if it is more hype than anything. Sounds good from what everyone says. Checker has them for $71.99.

gman · 01-31-2003, 03:24 PM

I meant Crane Cams..........:p

**70cst** · 01-31-2003, 05:17 PM

I went with Pertronix to keep the factory look.
70cst

01-30-2003, 10:19 PM	#1
No3Fan4Ever Running on empty Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Roanoke, Virginia Posts: 1,033	converting points to electronic ignition Has anybody ever used this module that converts your points to electronic and still allows the use of your stock distributor http://www.cranecams.com/ignition/xri.htm just curious as to how well this works or is replacing the whole thing that much better Attached Images __________________ _____________________________________________ Tim We have two rules here at the Rock. Rule #1: No writing on the walls. Rule#2: Obey all rules 70 GMC Sierra Grande "Custom Camper" Longhorn 402 Big Block TH400 PS PB factory AC Posi; 94 Bronco XLT 302, auto;worn out daily driver

01-30-2003, 10:48 PM	#2
Bob Chayer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Mid, NH Posts: 150	Never used this unit but I have used the Pertronix unit on Chevys as well as British cars and it works very well. Wouldn't drive one of those MG/Triumphs without one! __________________ Bob Chayer 71 3/4 ton 4X4 Suburban

01-30-2003, 11:35 PM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	I have used the pertronics unit (very nice) That crane unit was on HORSE POWER TV last weekend chuck sure seemed to like it with the bilt in rev limiter __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-31-2003, 12:59 AM	#4
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	how much are they? im running points and allready concidered it but havent looked int othem yet __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

01-31-2003, 01:18 AM	#5
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	I want to say they were 100$$$ but not for sure __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-31-2003, 02:33 AM	#6
MR.BOWTIE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 13	re:converting points to electronic I did that with my 71' c10,but it wasnt that brand----the best 85.00 I ever spent.I bought it at summit. It worked great!! I was in Reno and it got down to the thirties,and that puppy started up like a dream. Best thing about that trip,was being able to go to Summit warehouse in person!! Slapped it in in about 2 beers,or half an hour. It doesnt have to a real fancy one to do the job right.

01-31-2003, 04:45 AM	#7
Project1970 14.1 @ 96MPH Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,811	I'll definitely keep an eye on those for my girlfriend's Opel GT with the 1.9L German four-banger...since I highly doubt I'll find an HEI distributor for it anytime soon, and even so, for any decent price. Myself, I've got an HEI in my truck and I love it...it's still disturbing to me how much of an improvement it was, but I got 2MPG and two tenths in the quarter...sounds too good to be true, I know, but I saw the numbers for myself... __________________ Project1970 - LS1 Swap Complete!

01-31-2003, 05:12 AM	#8
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	I think its just way better to put in Hei then all this ohter stuff, can't beat just having one wire __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

01-31-2003, 09:26 AM	#9
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	I have a Pertronix Ignitor in the kid's 89 ranger(sb chev powered), & it works great. For the money, the GM HEI is a good unit..... but if you are working with limited space, or just want that "factory original" look ,the upgrade on the old points dist is a good way to go........crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

01-31-2003, 01:31 PM	#10
rigo Flake Daddy Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Plainview TEXAS Posts: 456	Mallory makes a unilite conversion kit for points.....converts it to electronic ign...Summit carries the kit for $99 i think ...i have one on my pontiac....works great!.... rigo __________________ 1968 SWB Fleet Daily Driver 350/TH400 shaved driprail,emblems,tailgate,air ride suspension 1964 Pontiac Catalina 2dr. hardtop shaved everything, air ride suspension 1998 Range Rover 1960 El Camino....in the works.....

01-31-2003, 03:23 PM	#11
gman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Ogden, Utah Posts: 290	I've been looking at that Comp Cams setup also. Been wondering if it is more hype than anything. Sounds good from what everyone says. Checker has them for $71.99. __________________ 72 Chevy SWB Custom Deluxe K10, 350/SM465, PS, PB, Fact. Air 2000 Harley...Wide Glide

01-31-2003, 03:24 PM	#12
gman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Ogden, Utah Posts: 290	I meant Crane Cams..........:p __________________ 72 Chevy SWB Custom Deluxe K10, 350/SM465, PS, PB, Fact. Air 2000 Harley...Wide Glide

01-31-2003, 05:17 PM	#13
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Pertonix..The Factory Look I went with Pertronix to keep the factory look. 70cst



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