PerTronix D7182504 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast VW Type 1 Engine Plug and Play with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance

PerTronix D7182504 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast VW Type 1 Engine Plug and Play with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance

Part Number: D7182504
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Highlights

  • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings.
  • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and driveability.
  • Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules.
  • Integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting.
  • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals.

Additional Information

Performance Distributors for VW Type I Engines Now you can get a quality distributor that delivers excellent performance and doesn't break the bank. We've taken all the features that you like about the Bosch 009 distributor, and the performance capabilities of the 010 and 050 distributor and designed them into our Flame-Thrower mechanical advance distributor. The vacuum advance version also has a custom tailored advance curve to suit most applications. To top things off these distributors feature integrated Ignitor III electronics. FEATURES • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings. • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and driveability. • Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. • Integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting. • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals. • Balanced rotor with low resistance brass contact. • Warranty: 30 months electronics / limited 1 year mechanical. • Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.

Specifications

Advance Type Vacuum and mechanical
Trigger Type Hall Effect
Cap Terminal Gender Female
Cap Color Orange
Adjustable Collar No
Computer Controlled Compatible No
Distributor Cap Included Yes
Ignition Module Included Yes
Ignition Box Required No
Ignition Coil Included No
Ignition Rotor Included Yes
Clamp Hardware Included No
Clamp Included No
Distributor Gear Included Yes
Gear Material Steel
Mechanical Tach Drive Provision No
Coil Wire Included No
Housing Material Aluminum
Housing Finish Natural
Housing Color Natural
Shaft Material Steel
Shaft Diameter .490 Inches
Shaft Color Natural
Connector Type Unsealed
Grade Type Performance
Marine Approved No

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.

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PerTronix D7182504 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast VW Type 1 Engine Plug and Play with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance

PerTronix D7182504 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Cast VW Type 1 Engine Plug and Play with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance

Part Number: D7182504
Regular price $294.45
Sale price $294.45 Regular price

Part Number: D7182504

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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 driveability.
  • Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules.
  • Integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting.
  • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals.

Additional Information

Performance Distributors for VW Type I Engines Now you can get a quality distributor that delivers excellent performance and doesn't break the bank. We've taken all the features that you like about the Bosch 009 distributor, and the performance capabilities of the 010 and 050 distributor and designed them into our Flame-Thrower mechanical advance distributor. The vacuum advance version also has a custom tailored advance curve to suit most applications. To top things off these distributors feature integrated Ignitor III electronics. FEATURES • All new lightweight cast aluminum housings. • Tailored advance curve for optimal performance and driveability. • Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. • Integrated digital REV limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting. • High dielectric strength cap with brass terminals. • Balanced rotor with low resistance brass contact. • Warranty: 30 months electronics / limited 1 year mechanical. • Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.

Specifications

Advance Type Vacuum and mechanical
Trigger Type Hall Effect
Cap Terminal Gender Female
Cap Color Orange
Adjustable Collar No
Computer Controlled Compatible No
Distributor Cap Included Yes
Ignition Module Included Yes
Ignition Box Required No
Ignition Coil Included No
Ignition Rotor Included Yes
Clamp Hardware Included No
Clamp Included No
Distributor Gear Included Yes
Gear Material Steel
Mechanical Tach Drive Provision No
Coil Wire Included No
Housing Material Aluminum
Housing Finish Natural
Housing Color Natural
Shaft Material Steel
Shaft Diameter .490 Inches
Shaft Color Natural
Connector Type Unsealed
Grade Type Performance
Marine Approved No

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

Applications

Year / Make / Model 1961-1966 Volkswagen Beetle
Engine Type H4
Engine Size(s) Liters: 1.2
Cubic Inches: 73
Notes

Year / Make / Model 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
Engine Type H4
Engine Size(s) Liters: 1.3
Cubic Inches: 78
Notes

Year / Make / Model 1967-1969 Volkswagen Beetle
Engine Type H4
Engine Size(s) Liters: 1.5
Cubic Inches: 92
Notes

Year / Make / Model 1970-1979 Volkswagen Beetle
Engine Type H4
Engine Size(s) Liters: 1.6
Cubic Inches: 97
Notes

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