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Just a quick question, can I use a condensor from a red motor on my grey motor distributor Just setting up a spare parts kit for my car for when I travel and Repco said they have no listing for a grey condensor but the sales guy said that you can use a red motor one without any problem. Thats ok for him to say but I'll be the one stranded on the highway over the long weekend if he's wrong.

Can't see why not, if it will fit.

Pretty much same era coil and voltage output,6cylinder etc.

I've swapped condensors around years ago here and there when needed to get me out of problematic running situations.

Thanks mate thats all I needed to know, I am aware of the problems with using resistor type coils in non resistor ignition systems (burning points etc) and was unsure if it was the same with condensors.

Hi Newman,
I can't say that I've done this, but I would trust Terry on the matter.

I cannot lay my hands on the micro-farad listing for both condensors (capacitors) .... I expect they would be the same.....

Oh, darn it - I just had to chase this up....... for my own info...

Red motor (179/149) .18 ~ .23 micro-farads
Grey motor (FB/EK) .18 ~ .23 microf-farads....

ie - the same....

from memory, if the condensor is not large enough or is losing its capacity - your points will burn as the "break" across the contacts slows....

This fault usually first presents itself at start up and at slow speeds. (from GMH EK workshop manual).

frats,
Rosco

Cheers Rosco I was going with Terry's advice but its good to know that you supported his reply with cold hard facts
You do realise you guys can NEVER stop posting these helpful tips.

Thanks again guys and happy Holden motoring to you both.