How to install a Pertronix ignition on a 1970 F250 with a 360 Engine

Installing a Pertronix ignition in old blue. 1970 F250 with a 360 FE engine. This install is to hopefully make the truck run better, and or help me eliminate possible causes of the hesitation I encounter when stepping on the gas.
Here is the Pertronix unit I used:
Pertronix 1281 amzn.to/3r7CFk7

[@brianeastman3547]

I would recommend the MSD High Energy Ignition for your 1970 Ford F250 Camper Special.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Thanks, I will look that up

[@aggy6194]

Would u recommend same for a 72 f350 with a 390?

[@thehun06]

Had the same hesitation ... idle was set a tad too low and needed my idle air screws turned out 1 3/4 ...

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Thank you, 1 3/4 turned out huh... Good to know.

[@dewholdingsllc1050]

I’m thinking you need to know ohms on the 1281 kit you are supposed to check the resistance to and through the coil not just the keyed 12v source. I like using a fused 4 pin relay to turn 12v items on or off.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Thank you, I will have to check the resistance, as you layout out.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Oh, I just realized this is for old blue, so I will have to check on the green machine.

[@diyjeff1838]

I would check your carb. Especially if it's a 2 barrel.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Hello Jeff, i think you are right, carb needs some tuning.

[@diyjeff1838]

@@jerrysprojects7653 I have a 72 f100 and I was experiencing the same as you. Sluggishness. Also very delayed on throttle response. I rebuilt my carb and it all went away.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

@@diyjeff1838 that’s great to hear, it’s on my list of to do’s. Been sidetracked by some other projects. You know how it goes..

[@70sport37]

Nothing wrong with that points ignition . If you have to pump the gas and crank forever your power valve is bad and I would check for any exhaust restrictions the y pipe could be a big one .

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Thank you. I replaced the power valve, but that doesn't mean its not bad.

[@bryandallolio3260]

I have had 3 Pertronix kits fail on me and sent me home on a tow truck! Yes I have the correct coil and wiring. Pertronix are now made in Taiwan and have serious quality control problems! They are junk!

[@jerrysprojects7653]

Oh no, I sure hope I don't encounter that. Did you go with a different brand?

[@thefreedomaffect5131]

Why 12° S/B 6° BTC.
I have a hesitation on acceleration. Then it is good.

[@jerrysprojects7653]

I played with timing and tried 6,8,10 and 12. I watched every video, read all the forums and even used a vacum gauge to try to find the sweet spot. I may have even tweaked it more in later videos. I think my remaining acceleration hesitation is carburetor related.

[@thefreedomaffect5131]

@@jerrysprojects7653 yep,! Can't get rid of it. And starts very cold. I think it's going to take a edelbrok intake and carb.