Thank you for the information! I saw the connection to the relay in the service manual schematic before, but did not know its purpose. Definitely appreciate the help.

Hello, New to the forum. Just started restoration of a 59 Premiere this summer. Installed a new Pertronix II ignition system, coil, RF sheilded wires, etc. Instuctions indicate I should bypass the ballast resistor. I've tried both ways and it seems to make no difference whatsoever. Anyone else with ...