Classic car distributors | Which electronic ignition kit is best

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Classic car distributors | Which upgrade kit is best?
In this video we will be testing Powerspark, testing AccuSpark, testing luminition & testing Pertronix.
Which electronic ignition kit is best?
00:00 Intro
00:16 The different types of electronic upgrade kits
03:10 Testing the points distributor
06:23 Testing the AccuSpark distributor
08:23 Testing the Power Spark distributor upgrade kit
10:11 Testing the Mobelec distributor upgrade kit
12:24 Testing the 123 Ignition upgrade kit
14:12 Testing the Lumenition distributor upgrade kit
14:37 Testing the 4 cylinder distributor upgrade kit
16:59 Low energy test results
18:04 High energy test results
Low energy distributor test results
Points distributor - 18kv - 12.8mm gap
AccuSpark - 15kv - 14.8mm gap
123 ignition - 15kv - 14.7mm gap
Mobelec - fail - fail
High energy test results
Power Spark - 17kv - 19.8mm gap
Lumenition - 17.5kv - 20.5mm gap
4 cylinder - 12kv - 25mm gap
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@123ignitionchannel Жыл бұрын

We appreciate the testing! One important test is missing: how the distributors perform at higher RPMs, for example at 3000-4000RPM. Most distributors only produce strong sparks at low RPMs, while it is also important at higher speeds. The 123 has a regulated dwell time. Basically, it tries to keep the coil charge time constant, independent of the RPM. This means that the sparks also have enough energy at higher RPMs (within the limits of the coil). If you have a question, just let us know!

@mazdaman1286 29 күн бұрын

I think the mobilec should have afitting over the cam which has 4 or 6 strip magnets and there was a plastic feeler gauge to set it up. On a rebushed distributor with little or no wear these were brilliant. The problem was if there was too much spindle bush wear or incorrect gap adjustment the pickup got wiped out. Spindle wear did not affect the luminition as it was optical and so became the ignition of choice. In my opinion not the best performer but far more tolerant to wear and so more reliable.

@shaungoldsworthy8942 Жыл бұрын

Cheers for that, answered so many questions,Id like to see the difference between the 4,6 and 8cyl using the same manufacturer at different revs

@johnkoury1116 10 ай бұрын

Really fantastic!!! How did I miss your channel? I am a chemical engineer but a little over 18 months ago I was hit and wrapped around a telephone pole while riding my 1957 Harley Panhead to work. As I recovered I decided that I want to do something I love the rest of my life . I am starting a welding, fabrication,foundry and machine shop specializing in pre war high performance and race cars mainly of the boat tail racer and Brooklands category. I am in the states and our access is kind of limited since we do not have a Brooklands. I am starting my KZfaq channel with a 1928 Morgan Aero RIP GN Special, Then a 1937 MG K3 Monoposte 6 cylinder supercharged Magnette Boat tail. I repair, rebuild and restore magnetos and am actively looking for some vintage Sun equipment that has a distributer tester . Your channel has rapidly become one of my favorites . Matt Pumphrey's channel has to be on anyone's list but he hasn't posted in 11 years.

@eddkennedy6458 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thanks for uploading.

@antmk2dreaming614 2 жыл бұрын

wow , i remember tuning cars years ago as an apprentice on that same very crypton machine

@ProjectHeaven Жыл бұрын

It's a great machine. Are you still a mechanic?

@gordonbuckley4981 Жыл бұрын

Good comparison project well presented without hype or nonsense. 👍

@lindennapier848 Жыл бұрын

Good test for output. What makes an enormous difference to the performance of an engine though, is the control and accuracy of the timing and curve. Especially with drivability. This is where no distributor is anywhere near the 123!

@ExoticBulbick 2 жыл бұрын

I've learnt somthing new

@Quadlaners 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly I do remember the mobelec, good review plenty of info

@ProjectHeaven 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it interesting!

@GunniGST Жыл бұрын

Put a rubber hose on the end of the spark plug gapper so you can adjust it while it´s running.

@cliffhaupt5413 Жыл бұрын

I just picked up that very same distributor machine. Just learning how to use it . I would like to see how you have it wired to test the electronic ignition system. Good video.

@johnkoury1116 10 ай бұрын

That is so awesome. I have been looking for old Sun equipment as well as a magneto and distributer machine. I am in the states and rebuild, repair and restore magnetos. I am starting a KZfaq channel soon with a 1928 Morgan build but I am also developing a new type of magneto that I am going to build on a small basis at first and then see what the demand is. Where are you located?