I have 1951 A with a bad mag. I have been told that it is possible to convert it to a distributor setup but am having absolutely no luck finding any information on how to go about it or the parts needed to do the job. ultimately since I do plan to use it for light chores on a regular basis I plan to convert it to 12v and use a one wire gm style alternator and would like to be able to make use of a 12v electronic ignition on the tractor. if anyone could point me in the right direction to do what I want to do I'd greatly appreciate it. thank you
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Mike(NEOhio)
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Late As were 12v positive ground. You will have to convert to negative with an alternator. Might be easier to rebuild the mag.
John Deere D
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Yes a MAGNETO can be replaced with battery required electrical distributor drive:
Theory on Lag Angle is a must to know if you are to replace a MAG ignition system and install a battery required electrical distributor.
Google the internet for info:
I shall try to take a picture of the two drives I have purchased off e-bay....to someday install on a JD Style "D"..
Bob..
Theory on Lag Angle is a must to know if you are to replace a MAG ignition system and install a battery required electrical distributor.
Google the internet for info:
I shall try to take a picture of the two drives I have purchased off e-bay....to someday install on a JD Style "D"..
Bob..
John Deere D
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Pics ..battery ignition units I have...to be installed someday......
Important that you know...do you require LONG LUGS....or.... SHORT LUGS...
Ignition unit should be calibrated to fire at the proper Ignition Timing...
I have no connection in any way with the out of the box ready to go...picture off Internet.
Bob..
Important that you know...do you require LONG LUGS....or.... SHORT LUGS...
Ignition unit should be calibrated to fire at the proper Ignition Timing...
I have no connection in any way with the out of the box ready to go...picture off Internet.
Bob..
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