Mercury Comet Ignition, Charging and Starting Parts

Darrian bought this 1962 Mercury Comet at 14 and started a project. It grew into a passion that stills drives him to this day.

How to replace sway bars in a Mercury Comet and the advantages that come with it.

Little is thought of your engine’s starter until it refuses to turn your engine over at the worst possible moment. Today’s powerful mini starters can crank the biggest engines with ease. Learn how in our buyer’s guide.

Bringing an old Mopar back to life isn't always a breeze. Fortunately, MSD has come up with a solution for those outdated and unreliable points-type ignition systems. Find out how to install a MSD 8386 distributor and MSD 5531 spark plug wires

Upgrading to electronic ignition is a huge improvement in performance, reliability, and lower maintenance that you can add to just about any engine your project may be running. Learn all about your electronic ignition choices in this buyer's guide.

Looking for an easy performance upgrade to your ignition system? MSD's line of Ignition Control Boxes offer extreme improvements to drivability and high rpm applications. Here's a look at the differences between the 6 series line-up.

Learn about 'Speedy' Bill's passion for pedal cars and how that has been passed down through generations in the Smith family. Jess also explains the step by step process to assemble Speedway's Murray Comet style pedal car.

Learn how to keep your starter cool using a heat shield. Read the steps and parts necessary for the installation.

Speedway Tech Zach discusses the Pertronix Ignitor III conversion in his '55 Chevy.

In this Tech Tip, John offers up a couple solutions to a customer wanting the best electric option to fuel his project.