Replace worn breaker points in your classic's distributor with the Standard Ignition Contact Set LU-1685. This set of ignition points is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1971-1973 Plymouth Cricket, 1977-1979 Lotus Eclat and 1977-1979 Lotus Elite. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine-specific details.
As the distributor cam turns, the points open and close to switch the ignition coil's primary circuit, timing each spark. Standard Ignition built this set with these features:
- Lubricated felt pad: Lubricates the cam lobes on the distributor, which reduces wear on the point set's rubbing block and extends the part's usable life.
- Pre-aligned and pre-adjusted: Each unit comes set up from the factory to save installation time and support proper switching.
- Copper-alloy shunt: Resists breakage from the constant flexing of the moving arm and conducts current much better than typical steel shunts.
- Tungsten contacts: Ventilated where available, the tungsten contacts run cooler and show less erosion.
Standard Ignition has served the automotive aftermarket since 1919. As a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, it maintains quality control across the whole manufacturing process, from the individual components through to the finished product.
Hard starting, misfiring, rough running, or burned and pitted contacts are signs the points may need replacing. Diagnose the ignition system before you replace parts.
Interchange: A544 · LU8 · CS208 · 1972615 · 75702C91 · CS8
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
A544, LU8, CS208, 1972615, 75702C91, CS8, LU-1685
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an ignition contact set do?
The contact set (points) opens and closes as the distributor cam turns. This switches the ignition coil's primary circuit so the coil can fire the spark plugs.
Which vehicles does the Standard Ignition LU-1685 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1971-1973 Plymouth Cricket, 1977-1979 Lotus Eclat and 1977-1979 Lotus Elite. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
Do these points need to be adjusted before installation?
The set comes pre-aligned and pre-adjusted to save installation time. Check the point gap or dwell against your vehicle's service specifications after installing it.
What is the felt pad on the contact set for?
The lubricated felt pad lubricates the distributor's cam lobes. This reduces wear on the point set's rubbing block and helps extend the part's usable life.
What are signs the contact set may need replacing?
Hard starting, misfiring, rough running, or burned and pitted contacts can point to worn points. These signs can have other causes, so diagnose the ignition system first.
