The Pertronix 1284 Ignitor kit converts a Ford, Mercury or DeTomaso Pantera dual-point Motorcraft 8-cylinder distributor to electronic ignition. It installs inside the stock distributor, runs on a 12 volt negative ground system, and delivers a stronger, more consistent spark than dual points. Fitment covers the dual-point V8 applications listed below.
- Type: Ignitor points-to-electronic ignition conversion
- Trigger: Magnetic (Hall effect)
- Voltage: 12 volt
- Ground: negative ground
- Cylinders: 8
- Recommended coil: 1.5 ohm
- Fits: Original Motorcraft 8-cylinder dual-point distributors (Ford/Mercury/Pantera V8)
- Sold as: Complete conversion kit
- Part number: 1284
Vehicle Applications
- 1964-1967 Ford Fairlane (289ci V8)
- 1964-1967 Ford Mustang (289ci V8)
- 1964-1967 Mercury Cyclone (289ci V8)
- 1972-1974 DeTomaso Pantera (351ci V8)
This kit is for dual-point distributors only. Single-point Ford V8 distributors use the 1281. Confirm the OE distributor before ordering.
FAQ
Which vehicles does the 1284 fit?
It fits the 1964-1967 Ford Fairlane and Mustang and Mercury Cyclone with the 289 V8, and the 1972-1974 DeTomaso Pantera with the 351 V8, all using the dual-point Motorcraft distributor.
Does the 1284 fit single-point distributors?
No. The 1284 is for dual-point distributors. Single-point Ford V8 distributors use the 1281.
What coil is recommended for the 1284?
A 1.5 ohm coil on a 12 volt negative ground system is recommended.

