Electronic Ignition Kits For Older Tractors, Cars

Electronic Ignition Kits For Older Tractors, Cars FARM HOME Cars 32-1-39 "I installed a 12-volt electronic ignition on my 1952 Ford 8N tractor. It works great and eliminates the points and condenser," says Peter Bodde, Arthur, Ontario. The tractor still has its original 6-volt starter motor, but Bodde had it rebuilt. He also installed a new distributor, a 12-volt battery, a 12-volt coil, and a GM AC alternator. "Converting from six volts to 12 volts paid off, says Bodde, who made the conversion about seven years ago. "I made the conversion because in cold, damp weather condensation would build up on the points so I had trouble starting the tractor. I often had to use a heat gun to dry them off. Now the tractor always starts right up. "I bought a used alternator and had a friend rebuild it, which was cheaper than buying a new one. I paid $80 for the electronic ignition kit which I bought from a local farm implement dealer. My total cost was less than $200." Bodde also installed a 6-volt electronic ignition kit on his 1931 Ford Phaeton Model A touring car, which was originally equipped with a distributor, coil, points and plugs. "Since I converted to electronic, the car starts and runs better," he says. The electronic ignition kit bolts on inside the distributor on an adaptor plate. He kept the car's original 6-volt battery. "The car's entire system is still 6-volt. I didn't want to change to 12-volt because the car is road worthy, and installing a new 12-volt battery and ignition would reduce the car's value as an antique," notes Bodde. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Peter Bodde, 7866 Peel Side Road 21, RR 1, Arthur, Ontario, Canada N0G 1A0.

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