I can answer your question Gene: "So why would electronic be any better its not a racing machine."
A solid state switch is better because, unlike mechanical bouncing burning points, it provides a fast positive non ringing coil current switch, and unlike points, is doesn't build up resistive carbon and pitting and burning which over time weakens the spark.
BUT THATS PROVIDED IT WORKS cuz if not your out big bucks and are stranded while if points a filing can get you back to the shop!!!!!!
Indeed the old mechanical points ignition worked for years and years and will still go years and years more, but just like the auto industry and marine engines and all other types of engines even modern tractor and lawn mower engines most are now solid state, just a sign of the times and progress I reckon. Oh well.......
Note I like originality which is why I prefer points and generators versus elec switches and alternators on our old tractors. Even if modern solid state technology provides a better more positive and faster coil current switch then bouncing burning ringing mechanical points LIKE MANY HERE I STILL PREFER ORIGINALITY IN MY ANTIQUE TRACTORS AND AGREE WITH YOU THEY WORKED THAT WAY FOR YEARS AND WHY CHANGE LOL
I guess Im an old fuddy also, and even if a solid state switch is better, I still use points in my remaining old tractors yayyyyyyyyyy
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