Prestolite V8 IDU BID Electronic Ignition Kit | Pertronix 1589
$195.89
Competitor Price:
$207.93
Pertronix Replaces the electronic ignition breaker plate in Prestolite V8 IDU BID electronic distributors.
Your old-school V8 Prestolite distributor will get a kick into the 21st century with this Pertronix distributor conversion kit. By replacing the breaker plate assembly on older Prestolite IDU-7801 distributors with this electronic ignition system, you will double how much voltage is sent to the spark plugs. Not only will the plugs last longer, but you’ll gain power and burn less fuel.
This Pertronix points conversion kit works with a variety of Volvo Penta, Crusader and OMC marine engines. It qualifies for free shipping from the warehouse nearest to your location so you can upgrade fast.
- Pertronix Ignitor kit and replacement breaker plate assembly for Prestolite V8 IDU distributors.
- Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy and spark plug life.
- Offers a 2:1 improvement over point- type systems in current fall time for increased coil output.
- Rotating cobalt magnets mounted on the distributor shaft trigger an electronic switching module.
- There are no points to burn, pit or corrode and no moving or rubbing parts to wear out.
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Electronics are molded in epoxy, eliminating deterioration from dirt oil grease or moisture.
- Fits entirely in the distributor with no black box to clutter the engine compartment.
- Offers stable timing with no need for any adjustments.
- No complicated wiring makes installation easy.
- Works great in stock point- type distributors as a trigger for multi-spark CD ignitions,
- liminating the need for expensive aftermarket distributors.
- Designed for use with most point-type coils.
- Optimal performance is achieved when used with a Flame Thrower 40,000-volt coil.
- Temperature Range: -50 to 300 degrees Fahrenheit
- RPM Range: 0 to 15,000 RPM
- Legal in all 50 U.S. states and Canada.
- Guaranteed for 30 months.
- Not for use with OMC engines with shift interrupt systems.
- Fits Prestolite IDU-7801 distributors.
- Fits Volvo Penta engines with Prestolite IDU-7801 distributors from 1986-88.
- Replaces Crusader 41090.
- Replaces OMC 3854077.
- Replaces Prestolite 65-189.
- Replaces Volvo Penta 3854077.
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Average delivery time within the Continental U.S. is 3–7 business days.
Expedited shipping options are available on select products. Weekend delivery is not available.
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