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Edward H
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Hello, I’m new here

Post by Edward H » 30 Jan 2026 03:21

I’m looking for electronic ignition, do i need to change my wiring if i do this.

Keith Bennett
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Re: hellow im new here

Post by Keith Bennett » 30 Jan 2026 10:51

Hi Edward, welcome to the madhouse and thanks for keeping another A40 on the road. Is it a saloon or Countryman, and what year is the old girl?

Edward H
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Post by Edward H » 31 Jan 2026 00:52

It’s s a 1959 Mk1 saloon left hand drive. i also need the brake line that goes to the rear axle. i was hoping to get one that is braided.

chrisjp
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Re: Hello, I’m new here

Post by chrisjp » 31 Jan 2026 20:32

Regarding electronic ignition the simplest version is to keep everything except the points and condenser in the distributor and just replace these with the electronic unit.
Several kits are available that come with wiring instructions - just do an online search and several will come up.
Just be sure to specify that it's for a positive earth system - assuming your A40 hasn't been converted to negative earth.
1964 A40 Farina Deluxe, Horizon Blue, Black Roof, 1098cc engine

Edward H
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Re: Hello, I’m new here

Post by Edward H » 01 Feb 2026 02:57

thanks for your help.

exlkrs
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Re: Hello, I’m new here

Post by exlkrs » 18 Feb 2026 08:50

Hello! Welcome. You can usually find help with problems here, so you're never alone with an A40!!

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