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  1. 10-25-2020 09:50 PM #1
    akintosyali
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    Distributor springs

    I was replacing the points on my distributors and the springs under the plate look pretty old. Should I be replacing them??? Original Chrysler distributors.
    Thanks in advance.
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  2. 10-26-2020 06:51 AM #2
    miboatnutz
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    Re: Distributor springs

    Yes. Might try Summit Racing for replacement springs.

    If the springs are weak or rusty and stuck together that will affect ignition advance under load.
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  3. 10-26-2020 10:41 AM #3
    Bob Bradley
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    Re: Distributor springs

    Not sure if they are still around, but I used to get springs for the old Prestolite distributors on my Chris from a place called Obsolete Parts Inc.
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  4. 10-27-2020 06:28 PM #4
    kelpy
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    Re: Distributor springs

    The best things I ever did to my 327F Chris Craft engine was to install a DUI marine ignition distributor and replace the Carter AFB with an Edelbrock carburetor. I don't know if there is a DUI marine version that fits a Chrysler RB engine. One for a 440 should drop right into your 426. If you want to explore this further, Summit Racing or Jegs can answer any of your questions.

    I have seen lots of 440 marine engines but never a 426. Nice engines.
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  5. 10-27-2020 09:56 PM #5
    Bob Bradley
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    Re: Distributor springs

    Yup, What he said. I was installing the Pertronics electronic ignition in my 327F Chris engines when I replaced the springs. Tremendous difference in performance. I think Kelpy and I may have been separated at birth.
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  6. 10-28-2020 09:58 AM #6
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    Re: Distributor springs

    Quote Originally Posted by kelpy View Post
    The best things I ever did to my 327F Chris Craft engine was to install a DUI marine ignition distributor
    +1 on the DUI. installed them on my 427's chris craft fords. push button, start motor. a whole new world with reliability.
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