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Question: Are condensers interchangeable ? Can you use a condenser for a 6V in a 12V system? Can you use a Ford condenser in a Chevy? What is the best condenser for a 28 Chevy 4 banger?
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in the later years (1934-1974) the same condenser was used for 6 and 12 volt ignition systems. The 8 Cyl. used the same condenser but with a longer lead wire.
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There are many values for condensers. Each system has a calculated value. In use, if a deposit builds up on one side of the points the value should be changer to a higher value. If the new condenser is used and the deposit is on the other point, then the value should be changed until the deposit is eliminated.  
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Condenser capacity is related to both the coil being used,as well as the speed range of the engine.The following condenser values in Mfd.'s were taken from my 1941 D/Remy parts book: Speed range Capacity High 0.2 Mfd. D/Remy P/No. 1860020 Medium 0.3 Mfd. D/Remy P/No. 1849126 Low 0.4 Mfd. D/Remy P/No. 1858140 Hope this helps. 
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I have a 1937 non-Chevrolet that is not in parts books at NAPA.
I asked them for a 6 volt condenser. The car quit after about 20 miles. I learned from that experience that I have to use the correct Condenser in that car. After that experience I got the correct part number for 3 brands of condensers.
The oldest condenser in the NAPA book for CHEVROLET is 1932.
I ask them for a 1932 CHEVROLET condenser when I make a purchase for my 1927 CHEVROLET and I have had no problems, but it does not work on a 1937 CORD.
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