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    Pertronix Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit | Motorcraft 6-Cyl Ford/Mercury 1949-74, 12V Neg | 1261

    Vendor: Pertronix
    Part Number: 1261
    Regular Price $139.98

    Available to order. In-stock orders typically ship in 1 to 2 business days.

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    The Pertronix 1261 Ignitor kit converts a Motorcraft 6-cylinder distributor from breaker points to electronic ignition. It installs inside the stock distributor, runs on a 12 volt negative ground system, and delivers a stronger, more consistent spark for easier starting and less maintenance. It covers the 1949-1974 Ford and Mercury inline-6 engines from 144 to 300 cubic inches with the original Motorcraft distributor, matched by the OE distributor number.

    • Type: Ignitor points-to-electronic ignition conversion
    • Trigger: Magnetic (Hall effect)
    • Voltage: 12 volt
    • Ground: negative ground
    • Cylinders: 6
    • Recommended coil: 3.0 ohm
    • Fits: Original Motorcraft 6-cylinder distributors (approx. 1949-1974 Ford/Mercury 144-300ci)
    • Sold as: Complete conversion kit
    • Part number: 1261

    Fitment is based on the original Motorcraft 6-cylinder distributor used on 1949-1974 Ford and Mercury inline-6 engines (144-300ci). Confirm the OE distributor number using the Pertronix distributor lookup.

    FAQ

    Which engines does the 1261 fit?

    It fits 1949-1974 Ford and Mercury inline-6 engines from 144 to 300 cubic inches that use the original Motorcraft distributor.

    How do I confirm the 1261 fits my distributor?

    Match your original Motorcraft 6-cylinder distributor number to the Pertronix distributor lookup rather than relying on year and model alone.

    What coil is recommended for the 1261?

    A 3.0 ohm coil on a 12 volt negative ground system is recommended.

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