Re: [FWDLK] distributors for a 361 V-8

[Roger & Janet van Hoy <vanhilla@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Yes I know for a fact that a newer distributor fits right in.  Carquest
#30-3817 which is for a '61-'64 Chrysler 2v has pretty much the same vacuum
and mechanical advance curve as the '58 DeSoto distributor #1B4005.

I would not use this bouchellon for two reasons:
[1] All "factory" distributors don't have the same "stock distributor
advance" curves.
[2] Their unit requires a separate control unit.

I'd use the Pertronix which fits entirely inside the distributor.

--Roger van Hoy, Washougal, WA, '58 DeSoto, '55 DeSoto, '42 DeSoto, '41
Dodge, '66 Plymouth, '81 Imperial


----- Original Message -----
From: "Bryan Scott" <scott1990@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, December 06, 2004 5:53 AM
Subject: [FWDLK] distributors for a 361 V-8


> Hi all!
>
> I've been doing research to find the proper electronic distributor
> conversion kit for my 1958 Fireflight with a 361 V-8.  Thanks to your
> previous help, I have good leads, but it seems very hard to get a
commitment
> from the dealers that their product is the proper fit for a 1958 361 V-8.
> The closest I've come is for a kit that includes a new distributor, but
> they'll only attest that it fits a Chrysler 361 that is 1962 or later.
Does
> anyone know for a fact that a factory distributor for a 1962 (or later)
361
> will also work in my 58?  The product can be seen at
> www.bouchillonperformance.com
> Thanks once again for all your help!
>
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