Will it fit ('63 170)

[63Futura]

Do they make a Pertronix module for my '63 vintage 170 ci? Just curious about maybe getting away from points.
Thanks!

 

[MustangSix]

yes, they do.

 

[LaGrasta]

don't wait...ORDER.
I can't even describe the difference. The moment you turn the ignition switch, your eyes will be as big as quarters. Smooooth!

 

[63Futura]

Can anyone give a recomendation as to a part number? I also hear that there is a Pertronix 1 and 2 (I think that is what they are called). Which would be recommended? Just as a note, I am still running the stock generator.
Thanks.

 

[LaGrasta]

I have a 1, but the 2 is better, although more money. They work with a gen or an alt, makes no differeance. As faras the part number, just get it from any Falcon dealer such as Dearborn or JCWhitney (where I bought mine) and they'll order the correct one for you.

 

[addo]

The earlier units are different in that the shaft bore in the block is slightly smaller. For that reason, the usual hop-up of a DII won't just drop in.

There are a couple of other options. Ones is an Aussie electronic distributor. These will fit the block right away but require a new hole drilling and taping for the hold-down. The other option is a modified DII. One of the guys on the Forum was going to turn down the shaft so that it fitted a '64 block.

I mention these because when installed, either is an instant horsepower/economy adder compared to a worn original with a clipped on module.

Adam.

 

[MustangSix]

You should be able to use PN 1266. Pull the rotor and take a look at the top of the distributor shaft. If it is "D" shaped, this is the one.

Its on page 4 of this catalog.