Big block chevy instantly shut off on me

[Che70velle]

Originally Posted by 69hugger

Since you mentioned wanting to update to electronic ignition, I thought I would point out IF you decide on a Mallory Unilite conversion or distributor, they require a the use of a ballast resistor OR a 3 ohm coil. I learned this because I recently blew out 2 Unilite modules instantly by connecting a "regular" (low impedance) coil.
MSD does not offer a 3 ohm coil, but Pertronix does, which works perfectly with my Unilite.
Just FYI.

True. I have both a Unilite, and an MSD. I like the MSD better. I lost a Unilite module once as well, even with the correct resistor wired in.