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Old 03-30-2016, 09:16 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by elhigh View Post
I've fantasized about replacing the distro in my pickup with a racing-style magneto-distributor, which really would make the truck my go-to zombie apocalypse choice.
I still consider a magneto the best setup for spark-ignition. No wonder they're still prevalent in piston-engined light aircraft and even in some motorcycles. BTW you might remember that some off-road motorcycles, even when fitted with EFI and some weak headlight, don't even have a battery and rely only in the electricity supplied by the magneto. Sure you wouldn't wanna get rid of the battery in your truck because of the starter, but anyway, a magneto is a reasonable option.
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