{"product_id":"king-performance-billet-vw-distributor-kit-with-8-8mm-wires-high-output-coil","title":"King Performance Billet Digital Ignition Kit | VW Air-Cooled | Distributor, 8.8mm Wires \u0026 Coil (#E35)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKing Performance Billet Digital Ignition Kit | VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your air-cooled engine's reliability and performance with the \u003cb\u003eKing Performance Billet Digital Ignition Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. This comprehensive kit eliminates the maintenance headaches of traditional points systems, providing a rock-solid, high-energy spark that improves starting, idling, and top-end power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the kit is a \u003cb\u003eprecision-machined billet aluminum distributor\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring a modern digital integrated circuit. Unlike cast housings, this billet body offers superior heat dissipation and structural integrity. The internal centrifugal advance is fully adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune your timing curve for street or performance applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure that spark actually reaches the plugs without voltage leak, we've included a set of \u003cb\u003e8.8mm high-performance silicone spark plug wires\u003c\/b\u003e. These wires feature low-resistance spiral cores and heavy-duty boots designed to fit perfectly in VW engine tin. The kit is rounded out with a \u003cb\u003eKing Performance high-output ignition coil\u003c\/b\u003e and a complete hardware installation pack, including a billet distributor clamp and advance springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Air-Cooled (Type 1 engine):\u003c\/b\u003e Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 — all years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose King Performance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe billet aluminum housing is CNC-machined for perfect fitment and long-term durability, and the maintenance-free magnetic pickup replaces the unreliable points and condenser of a stock distributor — delivering consistent, high-energy spark with an adjustable advance curve you can tune to your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Billet Housing:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC-machined aluminum for perfect fitment and long-term durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDigital Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintenance-free magnetic pickup replaces unreliable points and condenser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e8.8mm Spiral Core Wires:\u003c\/b\u003e Maximum insulation and RFI suppression for clean, powerful spark delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdjustable Advance:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes with multiple spring rates to customize your mechanical advance curve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes distributor, 8.8mm wires, high-output coil, billet clamp, and mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDistributor:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined billet aluminum with digital integrated circuit and adjustable centrifugal advance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpark Plug Wires:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.8mm high-performance silicone, low-resistance spiral core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoil:\u003c\/b\u003e King Performance high-output ignition coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Billet distributor clamp, advance springs, and mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIgnition Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintenance-free magnetic pickup (no points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e #E35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide outlines the standard installation process for the \u003cb\u003eKing Performance Billet Digital Ignition Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. Before beginning, ensure your engine is at \u003cb\u003eTop Dead Center (TDC)\u003c\/b\u003e on the compression stroke for Cylinder #1 to maintain proper timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Installation Prep\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/b\u003e Disconnect the negative battery terminal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMark Your Wires:\u003c\/b\u003e Note the position of your current spark plug wires (1-4-3-2 firing order) and the orientation of the vacuum port or electrical wires on your existing distributor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTDC Alignment:\u003c\/b\u003e Rotate the engine by hand until the timing notch on the crank pulley aligns with the \"0\" mark on the case and the rotor points toward the #1 cylinder notch on the distributor rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 1: Remove the Old Distributor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the wires from the coil and the distributor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen the 13mm nut on the distributor hold-down clamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull the old distributor straight up and out of the engine block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Take a look at the \"drive tang\" at the bottom of the distributor. Ensure the drive gear inside the engine did not lift out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2: Install the King Performance Billet Distributor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a small amount of engine oil to the O-ring on the new billet housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the drive tang on the bottom of the distributor with the slot in the engine's drive gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat the distributor into the block. The rotor should now be pointing toward the #1 terminal position (roughly 4 o'clock on a Type 1 engine).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the provided \u003cb\u003ebillet distributor clamp\u003c\/b\u003e over the neck and lightly snug the bolt—do not tighten fully yet, as you will need to rotate it for timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3: Mount the Coil and Hardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the \u003cb\u003eKing Performance Coil\u003c\/b\u003e in the factory location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the \u003cb\u003eRed\u003c\/b\u003e wire from the distributor to the \u003cb\u003ePositive (+)\u003c\/b\u003e terminal on the coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the \u003cb\u003eBlack\u003c\/b\u003e wire from the distributor to the \u003cb\u003eNegative (-)\u003c\/b\u003e terminal on the coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect your switched 12V power source (usually from the ignition switch) to the \u003cb\u003ePositive (+)\u003c\/b\u003e side of the coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 4: Install the 8.8mm Spark Plug Wires\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap the 8.8mm wires onto the distributor cap. Ensure they are seated firmly on the brass terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the wires through the engine tin to the spark plugs.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/i\u003e Use the provided wire separators to keep the 8.8mm lines away from hot exhaust components or sharp metal edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the \u003cb\u003e1-4-3-2\u003c\/b\u003e firing order in a clockwise direction starting from Cylinder #1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 5: Setting the Timing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconnect the battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a timing light, start the engine. Rotate the distributor body slowly until you reach your desired timing (typically \u003cb\u003e7.5° to 10° BTDC\u003c\/b\u003e at idle for most air-cooled builds, or \u003cb\u003e28° to 32° total advance\u003c\/b\u003e at 3,000 RPM).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce timed, tighten the billet clamp bolt securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaintenance Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit uses a magnetic pickup, so there are no points to gap. However, if you wish to change the advance curve, you can swap the internal springs using the hardware provided in the kit. Simply remove the cap and rotor to access the advance mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrading your ignition? 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