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ghia_67 Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Mar 09, 2016 7:37 am Post subject: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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I'm converting a 1960 30 horse to 12volt using a 356 small case generator.
I really want to run 12 volt electronic ignition in the original vacuum advance dizzy, which is a VJUR 4 BR8 but i can't seem to find one that states it's for this use.
Does anyone know which is the right kit or which kit i could use?
Would a Pertronix 1844 as used in a Bosch 010 work? I know that's not a vacuum advance dizzy but it is 2 piece points and I can't for the life of me work out how the dizzy gets it's advance curve would effect the ignition module?
Any help would be appreciated
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tasb The Distributor Distributor
Joined: April 27, 2002 Posts: 6371 Location: Pentwater, Michigan
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Posted: Wed Mar 09, 2016 9:10 pm Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Hello Steve, I don't believe anyone makes a points replacement module for the VJU 4 BR 8 Beetle distributor. They are available for the VJ 4 BR 8 Bus distributor because it's the same unit as fitted to the 019 and 010. The points are a different design on the bus distributor. _________________ Roads Scholar &
1957 Kombi low mileage 36 hp governor equipped M 178 Slow Drag Winner 2014, 2015, 2018
1965 hardtop Deluxe Microbus owned since 1990 M 620 factory 12 v 1500cc
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ghia_67 Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 10, 2016 9:58 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Thanks for the reply tasb
I've been in touch with Hotspark and they say they have a unit the will fit with a small amount of filing. I'm going to give it a go and will report back if it works
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Glenn Mr. 010
Joined: December 25, 2001 Posts: 76762 Location: Sneaking up behind you
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Posted: Thu Mar 10, 2016 10:51 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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The Pertronix 2843 should fit the VJU4BR8.
I would stay away from hot spark. _________________ Glenn
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ghia_67 Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Mar 11, 2016 6:58 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Thank you Glenn, I was hoping you would reply, you are Mr Distributor! I'll order up the Pertronix
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D-train Samba Member
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Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 12:05 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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I'm running a 6v version in my distributor, works well. Not running the flame thrower tho, using it with a judson coil an have no problems. _________________ shiny paint doesnt make it worth any more |
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Glenn Mr. 010
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Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 5:03 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Just note that the 6v versions can have problems if the voltage drops below 6v. I've had Porsche owners tell me they had engine missing when driving in the rain with the headlights on. _________________ Glenn
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jdub63 Samba Member
Joined: April 06, 2008 Posts: 225 Location: Azle
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Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 7:52 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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So will the Pertronix #91844 work with a Bosch 010 in a 12 volt system? Does it matter 12v or 6v?? |
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Glenn Mr. 010
Joined: December 25, 2001 Posts: 76762 Location: Sneaking up behind you
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Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 8:35 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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jdub63 wrote: |
So will the Pertronix #91844 work with a Bosch 010 in a 12 volt system? Does it matter 12v or 6v?? |
I'm pretty sure the 91844 is 12v and yes it does matter. You can't run a 12v in a 6v and visa versa. _________________ Glenn
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D-train Samba Member
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Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 10:26 pm Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Glenn wrote: |
Just note that the 6v versions can have problems if the voltage drops below 6v. I've had Porsche owners tell me they had engine missing when driving in the rain with the headlights on. |
Glenn, I've had the elecs rebuilt. Drive it as a daily so there is times that the lights/wipers/semaphores are all on with no problems yet. _________________ shiny paint doesnt make it worth any more |
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Schnage Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2016 11:50 pm Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Hello, is the pertronix really working with a 6v judson magneto? |
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D-train Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2016 12:14 am Post subject: Re: Pertronix for VJUR 4 BR8 distributor |
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Sure is. No problems with it. _________________ shiny paint doesnt make it worth any more |
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