I too like older vehicles. The engine in my sailboat is a flathead four designed in the 40's. However, I have found that the Pertonix electronic ignition that fits in the distributor and replaces the points and condensor is an improvemnt worth making. Did the same thing in my 71 Dodge.

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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13