Did the Pertronix Ignitor improve your gas mileage? How much? What car did you put it in? Thanks.
1646139
Ignitor was installed in a classic Lincoln. Gas mileage was not an issue. It was installed to facilitate starting
1646140
I don't know for sure about the better mileage but it sure runs better and idles better. I put in a 1964 F100 p/u 292 V8 I would recommend it.
1646141
Installed in a 1970 f100 not sure how much mpg improved...but for the simple fact that it starts and runs like a new truck ....an amazing improvement!!! Get a new 40k coil to go with it and you'll never look back at points again. R-Dubb
1646142
getting same mpg it was great to get away from points i put it in 1968 ford galixie 500 fast back 390
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Overall my mileage dropped about the same amount ~15% that the performance increased according to the run on the dyno after the installation. I put a new higher flowing air cleaner, and exhaust system at the same time. Most of the decrease mileage is caused by me using the extra power. If I cruise gently, I get close to the same mileage. There should be a slight decrease from the fact that H-D runs the engine leaner than what is good practice for keeping the engine from overheating. At least that is the story that I have been told by several people. The Cobra tends to add a bit more fuel to the mix which is probably worse for emissions and mileage, but better for engine life. YMMV and YPerformanceMV Overall my mileage dropped about the same amount ~15% that the performance increased according to the run on the dyno after the installation. I put a new higher flowing air cleaner, and exhaust system at the same time. Most of the decrease mileage is caused by me using the extra power. If I cruise gently, I get close to the same mileage. There should be a slight decrease from the fact that H-D runs the engine leaner than what is good practice for keeping the engine from overheating. At least that is the story that I have been told by several people. The Cobra tends to add a bit more fuel to... » Read More Overall my mileage dropped about the same amount ~15% that the performance increased according to the run on the dyno after the installation. I put a new higher flowing air cleaner, and exhaust system at the same time. Most of the decrease mileage is caused by me using the extra power. If I cruise gently, I get close to the same mileage. There should be a slight decrease from the fact that H-D runs the engine leaner than what is good practice for keeping the engine from overheating. At least that is the story that I have been told by several people. The Cobra tends to add a bit more fuel to the mix which is probably worse for emissions and mileage, but better for engine life. YMMV and YPerformanceMV « Show Less
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It helped my 2008 dodge nitro. I got about 2-3 mpg better plus it shifts firmer.
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I added it right before I filled up. I took the can and my funnel to the gas station. I added the can to about a quarter tank and then filled up the tank right then. I then ran the gas down to about an eighth of a tank before refilling again. It seems hat my car did run smoother after using this product. Hope this helps.
1960471
I don't have any problems using the octane booster, no spark problems or exhaust dust. I'm tuned for 95 octane and I just use 91 with the booster. But I do use the whole can per fill up, if that makes a difference.
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That's a question in need of a lot of definition. If you have a bad coil, or indeed no coil at all, then yes, this will make a huge difference. Night and day. if you're already running a full on crank triggered dual distributor race setup from a top fuel dragster, then this will be a step backwards. For the purposes of expediency I will assume you're running a more or less stock ignition setup on a more or less stock engine. Assuming your stock components are in good working order, then the answer is maybe. A good stock coil is not excessively lacking in voltage, but a hotter spark (within reason) generally doesn't hurt. I had a bad coil, and figured I'd spend the extra couple dollars and get the really cool sticker, because as we all know, the stickers are what really add the power. I figure mine brought me at least 25 at the wheels. All joking aside, adding this to a completely stock setup will not give you noticeable gains, unless your old one was bad. Invest in some good wires, good plugs, make sure those plugs are properly gapped and you have good electrical grounds to the body, and you might notice a few small things. With the things I listed I ended up getting better idle quality, and small (2-3%) gains in mileage, maybe slightly better off the line performance. Nothing really worth dumping a bunch of money into. For most folks, and most cars of this age, a good tune up and making sure everything is in spec is going to make much more of a difference. If you've already done that, and have the cash to burn, give it a try. It's not worse than stock. Then, put the sticker on and start blowing by Porsches.
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add the product to the gas tank when it close to empty - for me that was about 2-3 gallons remaining - then really ran the car hard (like I stole it) - - filled the tank with high test and some injector cleaner- and again ran the car hard - check engine light stayed off for a good 6-8 hundred miles - more than long enough to pass NC emissions test - the light did eventually come back on - but then realized it was the fuel my wife purchased - - as I had her fill up with a different brand and light turned off
735833
You can use the stock one that came with the car or you can get the pertronix aftermarket, but any aftermarket coil that is compatible with your car will work.
2110055
I did a few things all at once, adding the Airaid was one of them along with cat. back exhaust system. I do get a little better gas mileage, I have less low in torque but more top end. I am happy with it overall, it did change the sound of the car a little. I don't know if this helped at all
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My gas mileage definitely improved. More power and torque as wellI'm in canada so we measure in litres/100km. I went from 17-18 litres/100km down to 13-14 litres/100km. About 20-25% fuel savings. Biggest difference is in city driving and towing. They're are a lot of different models, make sure to get the right one for your tuck
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You will sacrafice fuel milage, mine went from 42 mpg to 38 mpg. But worth it to me. I've made mods to the engine and changed exhaust 2 or 3 times and the Auto-tune keeps it running at peak performance. No more costly dyno after mods!
717239
I purchase the PerTronix 40511 Flame-Thrower 40,000 Volt 3.0 ohm Coil to match the distributor, and it works excellent. please be advice I have a 72 Super Beetle with a 1915cc with dual 44 IDFs in it.....
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I use it in 4 vehicles and have not noticed any increase in gas mileage. But I like it as a top oil and a fuel system cleaner.
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I cant tell you the diffrence.I put the Pertronix in my 1974 Ford Bronco 302 to replace the points and condensor, it works great.
1578604
Yes and no. This little unit can produce lots of hho and when it burns it produces oxygen. This could cause your oxygen censor to read too much oxygen I the exhaust and this could cause a check engine light to show. This is not likely if you are not running at full power - and you shouldn't be. You will see your car burn too much gas if you don't fool the O2 censor. I put a Volo chip on my Jeep Commander. I am getting 19-20 mpg now vs 16-18 before. I also installed the the feed into the air intake as close as I could get it. My only gripe is that I have to clean it once a week. Otherwise, it's a very good investment.
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I have used Pertronix in a number of cars, including all 3 of my VWs. It will work with any coil that works with the normal points, and I usually use an original equipment grade coil available just about anywhere.
1086686
Worth it, if not for 2-3mpg gain, the performance enhancement (power)!! Of course all other upgrades aid to gains in mpg not just the mini max. Paid FULL price but think it was the best investment so far & I only had the diesel 4 weeks before seeking mini max. Good luck, great buy!