Pertronics Ignition

Does anyone know if a Pertronics Ignition Module will work on a 6 volt system? I have a stock(6 volt) 55 F100 with a 239 Y block. The application shows the same system list for a 54-60 Y block V8. 54 thru 55 were all 6 volt systems. I can't find a contact # for Pertronics to ask them.
Thanks in advance.

 

I converted my flathead to 12 V and installed the pertronics ignition. Couldn't get it to work right. Went back to points and haven't had a problem. Have you considered switching to 12 V?

 

I swear I remember something in the instructions about being able to wire them for a 6volt system, but I don't have the info in front of me so don't take my word for it.

 

My 1955 Dodge is a 6 volt pos ground system. I have the pertronix ignition for it, and it works fine. It should specify if it is for 6 volts or not..
Tim
MBL

 

Try this for contact number.---------------

http://www.pertronix.com/index.htm

 

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Thanks guys! I was spelling Pertronix wrong in my search!
Have a Happy 4th!

 

It has been said many times in many places that the Pertronix is sensitive to voltage spikes- which occur more often with a generator. Since most 6 volt systems still rely on a generator instead of an alternator there tends to be a belief that the Pertronix doesn't like 6 volts.

 

also do not forget customer service. recently i sent 2 units back to be cked, used ones i bought. they were cked, and ret free of charge. All in a timely manner.

 

i switched my flathead to a pertronix and love it.

 

My experience is that if you leave the ignition on but don't start the car, the Pertronix unit burns up.

 

I have used both 6 and 12 volt pertronix modules in the past but my latest 6 volt did not work and they wouldn't replace it because I had modified it to mount in an earlier Mallory Dist. although I had discussed the modification with some one there at an earlier date so I am bummed out. So I'm going to use points cause I can see what is going on.

 

Like was stated earlier, they make them for 6volt, positive and negative ground. Make sure you specify when you order.
I just did one for a customer who converted his car to neg ground and ordered the pos ground unit as it was what the application called for. I had to reconvert his car back to positive ground, then it worked fine. Also make sure to run a ballast resistor or a coil that has more than 1.5 ohms resistance in the primary circuit or you will burn up the control module.

 

Rule #1: Don't leave your ignition on if you aren't going to start the car. That's what ACC is for.

 

The newer Pertronix II actually has protection against this sort of problem.

 

I went through 2 Pertronix modules with my Rocket. First unit smoked because I left the ignition on (motor off, my fault) while troubleshooting an engine issue. Second unit went after 44 miles for no apparent reason. Sounds like it didn't like my generator. So I am back to points. I can burn 7 sets and keep a few spares under my seat for what that pertronix cost.

 

I had the same problem with mine on a 392, left the key on too long looking for a short and burned it up!

 

Good God....are points really that difficult?

 

On my car with the dist. under the heaterbox and behind the rear 4bbl on a 2x4 setup it's a pain just getting the cap off.