Pertronix Ignitor II Electronic Ignition | 1968-1973 VW Type 1 | Bosch 009 & 050 Distributors (17-2987-0)

PerTronix Ignitor II Electronic Ignition | 1968-1973 VW Type 1 | Bosch 009 & 050 Distributors (#17-2987-0)

Part Number: 17-2987-0 | C.A.R.B. E.O. #D-57-22 | 50-State Legal

Take your vintage VW's performance to the next level with the PerTronix Ignitor II. Engineered specifically for Type 1 (1968-1973) applications running Bosch 009 or 050 distributors, this solid-state system replaces high-maintenance points and condensers with a reliable, high-output electronic ignition.

While the original Ignitor is a legend in the industry, the Ignitor II features a powerful micro-controller that senses the current level in the coil and adjusts the dwell to maintain peak energy throughout the entire RPM range — more power at the high end and a smoother, more stable idle at the low end.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 1: 1968-1973
• Distributor Fitment: Bosch 009 and 050 models

Key Features & Benefits

• Adaptive Dwell Control: Dynamically adjusts for peak energy across all RPMs, virtually eliminating misfires.
• High-Voltage Output: Delivers up to 2x the voltage to your spark plugs for quicker starts, cleaner combustion, and increased horsepower.
• Smart Protection: Senses if the ignition is left on without the engine running and shuts down to protect the coil and module.
• Maintenance-Free: No points to adjust, clean, or replace.
• Stealth Installation: Fits completely under the distributor cap for a clean, factory-original look.
• 50-State Emissions Legal: Compliant with C.A.R.B. E.O. #D-57-22.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: VW Type 1 (1968-1973)
• Distributor Fitment: Bosch 009 and 050
• System Type: Advanced Ignitor II (solid-state)
• Installation: Simple bolt-in swap — no external boxes or complicated wiring
• Emissions: C.A.R.B. E.O. #D-57-22, 50-state legal
• Part Number: 17-2987-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which distributors does it fit? Bosch 009 and 050 distributors on 1968-1973 VW Type 1 engines.
• Is it emissions legal? Yes — it's compliant with C.A.R.B. E.O. #D-57-22 and 50-state legal.
• How is it different from the original Ignitor? The Ignitor II adds a micro-controller with adaptive dwell that senses coil current and maintains peak energy across the RPM range, plus protection that shuts the system down if the ignition is left on without the engine running.
• Is installation complicated? No — it's a simple bolt-in swap that fits under the distributor cap, with no external boxes or complicated wiring.

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