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WD Mag to distributer conversion

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Topic: WD Mag to distributer conversion

Posted By: DaveM
Subject: WD Mag to distributer conversion
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 12:08pm

Hello,

I just joined this forum today. I have a 1953 WD that I want to convert from Magneto to Distributer. My tractor has already ben converted to 12v system. Does anyone hve the parts to convert the AC to a distributer? Also is there any wiring modifications that I will need to do?

Thank you for your assistance.

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Posted By: Mfam8
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 12:14pm

I sent you a private message, should have everything you need to change over.

Posted By: Dusty MI
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 4:36pm

My dad bought one of the last '53 WD's new, it came from the factory with a 6 volt battery ignition.

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917 H, '48 G, '65 D-10 series III "Allis Express"

Posted By: dr p
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 6:34pm

Welcome! Steve from NJ is a great source of knowledge and parts on all things allis electrical. He is often on the site.

Posted By: DaveM
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 8:07pm

Mine was original.with 6 volt but was converted to 12v before I bought it.

Posted By: Steve in NJ
Date Posted: 14 Nov 2022 at 10:14pm

We offer a Mag to Distributor conversion if interested. Both Distributor and drive rebuilt top to bottom with new plug wires, spark plugs ignition switch wiring and instructions. Also offer it with electronic ignition too!

Steve@B&B

bb-customcircuits.com

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39'RC, 43'WC, 48'B, 49'G, 50'WF, 65 Big 10, 67'B-110, 75'716H, 2-620's, & a Motorhead wife

Posted By: DaveM
Date Posted: 15 Nov 2022 at 12:21pm

Steve, How much for the complete kit with the electronic ignition?

Posted By: steve(ill)
Date Posted: 15 Nov 2022 at 12:32pm

Dave, here is a link to Steve B&B web site that will give you more info..

https://bb-customcircuits.com/services" rel="nofollow - https://bb-customcircuits.com/services

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Like them all, but love the "B"s.

Posted By: allischalmerguy
Date Posted: 19 Nov 2022 at 5:34pm

I know I am kinda wierd. But I went the other way several years ago. I traded my distributor for a good mag. I had the mag rebuilt at Buesings Iowa Generator on J. Street in Cedar Rapids Iowa. And my WD starts better and runs great.
Mike Townsley

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It is great being a disciple of Jesus! 1950 WD, 1957 D17...retired in Iowa,

Posted By: Steve in NJ
Date Posted: 20 Nov 2022 at 1:00pm

Dave,

Sorry I missed your question. I'm not on here as much as I used to be. Havin' to much fun being retired. LOL! Our part number 1511B-02. Complete kit $650. + the shipping with E.I. already installed. Everything in the kit except ambition. We sell quite a few of em' over the years.

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39'RC, 43'WC, 48'B, 49'G, 50'WF, 65 Big 10, 67'B-110, 75'716H, 2-620's, & a Motorhead wife