PerTronix D178609 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast British 4 cyl Plug and Play with Ignitor 12 Volt Positive Ground Vaccum Advance Side Cap

PerTronix D178609 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast British 4 cyl Plug and Play with Ignitor 12 Volt Positive Ground Vaccum Advance Side Cap

Part Number: D178609 / UPC 694342533144
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Highlights

  • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings.
  • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and drivability.
  • Integrated Ignitor electronic ignition delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
  • Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit which enables precise timing.
  • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals.

Additional Information

Performance Distributors for British Engines Replace your worn out Lucas 23D, 25D or 45D distributor with a distributor that will deliver the performance you demand. Our Flame-Thrower performance distributors use all new castings modeled after the original Lucas 45D distributor. Each distributor is then precision machined for an exact fit. Four cylinder applications are available with top or our new side exit caps. FEATURES • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings. • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and drivability. • Integrated Ignitor electronic ignition delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life. • Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit which enables precise timing. • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals. • Balanced rotor with overmolded brass contact. • Top or side exit caps available. • Available for 12-volt negative and positive ground systems. • Warranty: 30 months electronics / limited 1 year mechanical. • Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.

Installation instructions

Instruction Manual
Installation Instructions

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Shipping & Delivery

Our ignition and exhaust products ship from our warehouse in Lenexa, KS. Our normal shipping time is 2-3 business days for in-stock parts.

 Shipping Class Order Value Shipping Cost
UPS Ground $0 - 49.99 $6.99 flat rate
UPS Ground $50 - 98.99 $7.49 flat rate
UPS Ground $99+ Free

  • At this time, PerTronix does not offer expedited shipping options from our website.

  • All packages must be inspected upon receipt for any missing or damaged goods and claims for such must be made within 7 days of receipt.

  • PerTronix does not currently ship our products internationally from our web store. For international orders call 909-599-5955 or connect with us here.

  • Once an item has tracking info, it cannot be cancelled. If you decide you don’t want the items after shipment, please take receipt of the item and process it via our return policy. Thank you for understanding!

Returns, Replacements & Warranty

Returns at Pertronix are accepted within 90 days of purchase with prior authorization, ensuring items are in new, resalable condition. To initiate a return, call for an RGA and follow provided instructions. Customers are responsible for return shipping, using a trackable method.

Refunds exclude initial shipping and handling fees and may be subject to a restocking fee. For defective or damaged items, contact Pertronix directly. We are not responsible for user-initiated damage/loss of parts.

For complete details, visit our Returns page.

Warranty

  • Ignitor®, Ignitor II, Ignitor III – 30 months
  • Industrial Distributor – 90 days mechanical / 30 months Ignitor
  • Flame-Thrower® Spark Plug Wires – Lifetime
  • Flame-Thrower® HEI Distributors and Component Parts – Limited 1 Year
  • Flame-Thrower® Plug n’ Play Billet and Cast Distributors –1 Year Mechanical / 30 months module
  • Second Strike® & Digital Rev Limiter – Limited 1 Year Digital HP Ignition Box – Limited 1 Year
  • Digital HP Mobile Ignition Box – Limited 1 Year Contour Automotive Starters – Limited 1 Year
  • Compu-Fire VW Ignition and Rotating Electrical – Limited 1 Year
  • Flame-Thrower®/Compu-Fire® Coils – 90 days

 

Limited Warranty

PerTronix, LLC warrants to the original Purchaser that its products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period, as specified above, from the day of purchase. This warranty covers the replacement/repair of the product only and does not cover the cost of removal and installation.

Should a part become defective it should be returned to the original selling retailer and must be accompanied with the sales receipt.
If there is no retailer in your area, call the factory for a return authorization and return your part prepaid to the factory for inspection. The manufacturer reserves the right to replace or repair the alleged defective part and return the part freight collect.

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PerTronix D178609 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast British 4 cyl Plug and Play with Ignitor 12 Volt Positive Ground Vaccum Advance Side Cap

PerTronix D178609 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast British 4 cyl Plug and Play with Ignitor 12 Volt Positive Ground Vaccum Advance Side Cap

Part Number: D178609 / UPC 694342533144
Regular price $339.95
Sale price $339.95 Regular price

Part Number: D178609 / UPC 694342533144

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C.A.R.B. EO Number: D-57-23

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Highlights

  • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings.
  • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and drivability.
  • Integrated Ignitor electronic ignition delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
  • Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit which enables precise timing.
  • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals.

Additional Information

Performance Distributors for British Engines Replace your worn out Lucas 23D, 25D or 45D distributor with a distributor that will deliver the performance you demand. Our Flame-Thrower performance distributors use all new castings modeled after the original Lucas 45D distributor. Each distributor is then precision machined for an exact fit. Four cylinder applications are available with top or our new side exit caps. FEATURES • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings. • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and drivability. • Integrated Ignitor electronic ignition delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life. • Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit which enables precise timing. • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals. • Balanced rotor with overmolded brass contact. • Top or side exit caps available. • Available for 12-volt negative and positive ground systems. • Warranty: 30 months electronics / limited 1 year mechanical. • Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.

Installation instructions

Instruction Manual
Installation Instructions

Download PDF

Shipping & Delivery

Our ignition and exhaust products ship from our warehouse in Lenexa, KS. Our normal shipping time is 2-3 business days for in-stock parts.

 Shipping Class Order Value Shipping Cost
UPS Ground $0 - 49.99 $6.99 flat rate
UPS Ground $50 - 98.99 $7.49 flat rate
UPS Ground $99+ Free

  • At this time, PerTronix does not offer expedited shipping options from our website.

  • All packages must be inspected upon receipt for any missing or damaged goods and claims for such must be made within 7 days of receipt.

  • PerTronix does not currently ship our products internationally from our web store. For international orders call 909-599-5955 or connect with us here.

  • Once an item has tracking info, it cannot be cancelled. If you decide you don’t want the items after shipment, please take receipt of the item and process it via our return policy. Thank you for understanding!

Returns, Replacements & Warranty

Returns at Pertronix are accepted within 90 days of purchase with prior authorization, ensuring items are in new, resalable condition. To initiate a return, call for an RGA and follow provided instructions. Customers are responsible for return shipping, using a trackable method.

Refunds exclude initial shipping and handling fees and may be subject to a restocking fee. For defective or damaged items, contact Pertronix directly. We are not responsible for user-initiated damage/loss of parts.

For complete details, visit our Returns page.

Warranty

  • Ignitor®, Ignitor II, Ignitor III – 30 months
  • Industrial Distributor – 90 days mechanical / 30 months Ignitor
  • Flame-Thrower® Spark Plug Wires – Lifetime
  • Flame-Thrower® HEI Distributors and Component Parts – Limited 1 Year
  • Flame-Thrower® Plug n’ Play Billet and Cast Distributors –1 Year Mechanical / 30 months module
  • Second Strike® & Digital Rev Limiter – Limited 1 Year Digital HP Ignition Box – Limited 1 Year
  • Digital HP Mobile Ignition Box – Limited 1 Year Contour Automotive Starters – Limited 1 Year
  • Compu-Fire VW Ignition and Rotating Electrical – Limited 1 Year
  • Flame-Thrower®/Compu-Fire® Coils – 90 days

 

Limited Warranty

PerTronix, LLC warrants to the original Purchaser that its products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period, as specified above, from the day of purchase. This warranty covers the replacement/repair of the product only and does not cover the cost of removal and installation.

Should a part become defective it should be returned to the original selling retailer and must be accompanied with the sales receipt.
If there is no retailer in your area, call the factory for a return authorization and return your part prepaid to the factory for inspection. The manufacturer reserves the right to replace or repair the alleged defective part and return the part freight collect.

Reviews

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