Pertonix Distributor Hookup??
You make a good case for an upgrade. I'm not a purist, so I don't care if I keep my car "original"- I just want/need it to work. I believe I'm sold on the electronic upgrade now that I have heard the whole list of benefits (other than not having to deal with points etc ever again).
I have a Dart 270 (1964) that is just a transportation vehicle, (not a hotrod).
Any suggestions as to what brand/model upgrade kit to get?
Are there other parts I will need to get (like a voltage regulator or... ???)
I'm not entirely sure you really need to get the voltage regulator changed out for the Mopar electronic ignition. I've managed to run an EFI system on my Dart on the stock, 40 year old, points type voltage regulator. I'm not sure if Mopar ignitions might have false trigger issues if the voltage isn't steady enough, or if it's not really needed.
There's three basic cheap upgrade paths for Mopars if you're looking for a basic and functional electronic ignition.
1. Pertronix. Pros - you keep your distributor, it's fairly cheap, and it's the least time to install. Cons - while they last pretty well, parts shops don't stock replacement items so you'd have to special order these.
2. Mopar electronic distributor + stock Mopar box. Pros - keeps it all Mopar, replacement parts are easy to find. Cons - most expensive choice, quality of recent Orange Boxes seems to be down.
3. Mopar electronic distributor + HEI ignition module. Pros - fairly cheap, reliable, probably the most powerful spark of these choices, and parts are easy to find. Cons - not "in the family," a bit more work than the Ignitor.
I've used Pertronix and HEI ignitions and been pleased with the results on both, haven't tried the all Mopar version.