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Originally Posted by Conaway2

With stock ignition and electrical system, how long do points usually last ?

I just had to replace a set with probably 2,000 miles on them. The contact surface was pretty dark, but no pit and crater condition. I didn’t try to dress the surfaces.

Thanks for any insights -
Jim

Jim, your question is like asking 'How long does it take to catch a fish??'

By you replacing the points at 2,000 miles is like changing the engine oil at 200 miles because it was a ½ quart low. Normal maintenance of a set of points is to dress and adjust the gap.