I am considering an electronic ignition conversion for my stock '68 bird distributor. But a few questions.

What is the preferred kit and why?

What about any necessary matching components such as a coil?

Should I even use a stock distributor? Thinking about wear, ect. ?

I also have an HEI that I am unsure if I will have adequate firewall clearance. This is to be checked.

Some of the same questions apply to curving kits and the like.

I have never done as much detail with my old HEIs as I hear about here. What parts are needed to give the adjustment range of mechanical advance. I assume there is an adjustable vacuum advance out there, so again, which one?

Any other tips you can give me? I searched the forums and there is conflicting info as to what works well and why.

For use, the car is a street car. Cruiser. 9:1 tame ride. So, I don't need a crank triggered, locked out beast.

Thanks!!

Dave

If you don't have clearance for the HEI then you have big problems that need to be addressed ASAP. They fit in all 1st gens that are not severely out of alignment.

I like Mallory Unilites. Very simple, no clearance problems.

The only issue is that I highly recommend using in-line electronic filter to keep the module alive forever. Man, those are expensive if they burn out.

I have not even tried to fit one in there. Other than looking tight, I haven't given it too much thought.

Original appearance is a non issue. Not trying to fool anyone. Since the car should have the subframe bushings done, I am sure it'll fit after that if there is supposed to be enough clearance.

Dave