The Pushrod Newsletter - March 2011

Ignitor® Electronic Ignition by Pertronix
for all 4 cylinder models, 1962-74

Economically and easily update your vintage Volvo to an electronic breakerless ignition system (no more points or condenser to fuss with). The small, self-contained unit fits inside the distributor with a simple two-wire connection to the coil. It provides strong spark throughout the entire rpm range and years of maintenance free performance. The ignitor system operates magnetically (no moving parts to wear out) and if the point lobes are worn on your distributor you can salvage it by installing this system.

We have a unit to fit one of the original B18 distributors (which are usually painted black and made of cast iron). B20 distributors are generally made of aluminum. For 122s and 1800s up to 1968, use kit MR3E0299 and splice into the hot (+) circuit of the ignition coil which was originally armored. Most have been converted to a conventional dual terminal coil but if yours has the original single terminal coil, you’ll either have to break into the armored cable for connection or use wiring kit MRE106 to bypass it.

* Add a K to the part number to have the kit include the diode wire for $7.00 more.

Carb Synchronizer Air Flow Tool

In the original SU carb tuning manuals, it was recommended to use a hose pressed against your ear to listen to the “hiss” sound coming from the opening of each carburetor. That sound, while listening to one carburetor at a time, would have told you whether or not your idle setting was in sync. A slight turn of the idle stop screw would change the pitch of the “hiss” and with a bit of patience, balance between the two carbs was potentially possible. Our tool takes carb tuning into the 21st century with an easy to read calibrated scale for “at-a-glance” comparison. A rubber adapter ensures an airtight fit for accuracy everytime. Will also work to set a synchronized fast-idle setting for when the choke is pulled.

1 3/4” HS6 SU Carburetor Components

ipd offers more parts to maintain the venerable 1 3/4-inch HS6 SU carburetors. From full rebuild kits to individual gaskets, we now stock everything you need to freshen up your intake system for smooth and efficient drive-ability. Note: Our full rebuild kits include new throttle shafts and bushings. A competent machinist should perform replacement of these components. Contact ipd for more details.