[T3] Ignition on with points closed.

[jadney at VWType3.org (Jim Adney)]

On 30 Mar 2016 at 16:37, Dave Hall wrote:

> I've found the Type 3 points have been pretty good, apart from a set with a
> white nylon heel that wore away very quickly. I've never changed the
> original condensor or the original black coil; they don't even seem to
> suffer much from spark erosion. 

I agree. I never replace OG Bosch condensors, and all my cars still 
run nicely on their original black Bosch coils. I have never had a 
problem with the standard Bosch points, either, but most of my cars 
have Delta Mark 10 CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition) units. They 
don't give any extra power, but the hotter spark they give will 
sometimes get me started in spite of well worn plugs and bad weather. 
Their biggest advantage is a nearly complete lack of wear to the 
points, so my points last almost forever. Basically, they last until 
the rubbing block wears too much, or the wire breaks inside its 
insulation. 50k miles is typical.

I've never seen any need or justification for ventilated points. 
Seems like just a gimmick to me. Sorry, Keith.

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