Pertronix 71281 Ignitor III Adaptive Dwell Control for Multiple Spark with Digital Rev Limiter Ford 8 Cylinder

Pertronix 71281 Ignitor III Adaptive Dwell Control for Multiple Spark with Digital Rev Limiter Ford 8 Cylinder

$ 133.93

Score By Feature

Based on 43 ratings

Easy to install

9.70

Value for money

9.80

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Product Description

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Throughout the entire RPM range, multiple sparks

For precise RPM setting, an integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback is included.

The memory safe feature saves settings, preventing unintentional changes to the Rev limit.

Adaptive dwell keeps peak energy throughout the RPM range, reducing misfires and boosting engine performance.

Peak current is reached just before the spark, allowing for maximum energy without excessive heat build-up, improving coil performance and module reliability.

Questions & Answers

Is this Ignitor III and Flamethrower coil compatible with a 1957 Thunderbird?

It all depends on the engine and distributor you have. I have a 1966 Mercury 390FE big block engine in my 1965 Ford F100, and I have the ignitor III with the matching coil, and it runs flawlessly.

Would this be suitable for a stock 1964 Thunderbird with a 390 six-cylinder engine? 4L V8?

It should fit and work as long as it is from the original distributor. Quite a leap forward in terms of points. I've completed the conversion on three 64 Galaxies, which are set up similarly to a T-bird.

Is it possible to use this kit on my 1966 Mustang with a 289 8-cylinder engine? engine with four cylinders?

It fit my 1965 Falcon 289 perfectly; I had to bypass the factory coil resistance wire to ensure it was getting a full 12 volts, but other than that, it was a cinch to install and perform as expected.

Selected User Reviews For Pertronix 71281 Ignitor III Adaptive Dwell Control for Multiple Spark with Digital Rev Limiter Ford 8 Cylinder

Installing it is a breeze, and it has a lot of advantages

5/5

Installed in a 1973 Ford F-250 with a 360-degree engine. I was able to get in right away and had no issues. I also installed the recommended Pertronix cap, new wires, and new champion plugs, which resulted in a significant improvement in driveability over the previous point setup. Idle is more pleasant, acceleration is more pleasant, and shifting is more pleasant. It now appears to be a more recent truck.

Cayson Shepard

| Oct 15, 2021

It really works

5/5

You must supply 12 volts to the coil and use the flamethrower iii coil (the one with the blue flame). The only issue I had was that the E clip that connects to the vacuum advance was too large, so I had to go out and purchase a smaller one. My 67 f250 390 is now running like a champ.

Clarissa Davidson

| Sep 10, 2021

Replacement of mechanical points is excellent

5/5

I thought I had burned up my original ignition switch by leaving it on the ON position overnight, so I bought this to replace it. The Ignitor did not appear to be the issue, as the original lasted all night. Pertronix appears to have resolved the problem of them failing due to the ignition being left on? However, it turned out that my coil had been burned.

Iyla Ibarra

| Mar 02, 2021

Ignitor III is the third installment in a series of Ignitor games The Pertronix Ignitor III that I installed in my 64 1/2 Mustang coupe with a 289 V8 that is a step or two above stock is a night and day difference between my point based system and the Pertronix Ignitor III that I installed in my 64 1/2 Mustang coupe with a 289 V8 that is a step or two above stock

5/5

The engine is easier to start, runs more smoothly, and performs better. That's what the point system did. At the same time, I installed the Flamethrower III coil, which I would recommend to anyone who uses a point-based system. I even get better gas mileage than I used to in town. I haven't had it on the highway yet, but based on what I've seen in city driving, I'm confident I'll see at least that increase.

Vera Heath

| Dec 20, 2021

AN EXCELLENT REPLACEMENT FOR THE OLD CONDENSER AND POINTS SYSTEM

5/5

Ms. American 3 has a PerTronix Igniter III installed. 14159, the ONE and ONLY 1964 Ford Galaxie 500, four-door sedan Google finds Door, Hard-Top, Fast-Back, and Police Interceptor on the entire World Wide Web. The PerTronix is a great product that should last a long time, and it was easy to set up. A PerTronix Power Relay and a 60,000 Volt PerTronix HC Flamethrower Ignition Coil were also installed. It's a hit with Ms. American.

Estrella KNOWLES

| Dec 06, 2021

It was well worth the money

5/5

This is something I should've done years ago! My 69 Ford runs so much better now than it did before I switched to the new points system. br>Easy to install; just make sure the ignition coil is receiving 12 volts. A resistance wire from the ignition is found on some older Fords. You're good to go if you bypass that!.

Kylie Francis

| Sep 07, 2021

In addition, the matching coil was used, and the plug wires were replaced with the recommended type

5/5

It exceeded rather than met my expectations. I used the matching coil and recommended type of plug wires to bring an old Y block Ford back to life.

Blaine Nicholson

| Jul 04, 2021

It accomplishes the task at hand

4/5

The item works well, was simple to install, and I appreciate the ability to adjust the RPM limit. br>br>It appears to be well-built, and it has performed admirably in both cold and hot environments thus far. The only disadvantage is the cost, as these are not free. Overall, this was a great purchase that was far superior to points!.