EP-318M Ready-to-Run Distributor for Chrysler Dodge Mopar 318 340 360 V8 (Electronic Ignition)
The EP-318M is a complete Ready-to-Run electronic distributor for Chrysler Dodge Mopar LA small block V8 (318, 340, 360 CID). Replaces points and notorious Lean Burn ELB ignition with maintenance-free magnetic pickup. NOT compatible with Mopar Magnum 5.2L/5.9L engines (1992 and later) — LA engines only. Two-wire installation requires external coil. Adjustable mechanical advance, vacuum advance. Fits Dart, Demon, Barracuda, Cuda, Challenger, B-body, D-series trucks 1967-1991. ISO 9001:2015, CE-EMC, UL, UKCA certified.
EP Aftermarket Ignition Distributor
EP-318M — Ready-to-Run Distributor for Chrysler Dodge Mopar Small Block 318, 340, 360 V8
Ready-to-Run distributor · Mopar LA SB 318 340 360 · Magnetic pickup · 2-wire · NOT for Magnum engines
Model
EP-318M
Type
Ready-to-Run
Engine
Mopar LA 318/340/360
Install
2-wire
Note
Not for Magnum
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
| EP Model No. | EP-318M |
| Product type | Ready-to-Run Electronic Distributor — Complete Assembly |
| Vehicle application | Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth — LA small block V8 vehicles |
| Engine | Chrysler LA small block 318 CID (5.2L), 340 CID, 360 CID (5.9L) |
| IMPORTANT | Does NOT fit Mopar Magnum 5.2L or 5.9L engines (1992 and later) |
| Ignition module | Internal high-output electronic module |
| Pickup | Maintenance-free magnetic pickup |
| Advance | Adjustable mechanical advance + vacuum advance canister |
| Cap terminals | Solid brass |
| Requires | External ignition coil (not included) · 2-wire hookup |
| Certification | ISO 9001:2015 · CE-EMC · UL · UKCA |
| Brand | EP (Ever-Power) |
The EP-318M is a Ready-to-Run electronic distributor for the Chrysler LA small block V8 family -- the 318, 340, and 360 cubic inch engines that powered decades of Dodge and Plymouth performance cars, muscle machines, and trucks. The LA small block is one of the most respected classic American V8 designs, and modern electronic ignition conversion is among the most effective reliability upgrades available for these vehicles.
Chrysler's original ignition systems evolved from contact-breaker points through the notorious Electronic Lean Burn (ELB) system of the late 1970s, which became infamous for hot-weather failures and nearly impossible diagnosis. The EP-318M replaces both aging points systems and the unreliable ELB system with a straightforward two-wire electronic distributor featuring a maintenance-free magnetic pickup and a robust internal electronic module.
Critical compatibility note: the EP-318M is designed for the classic Chrysler LA small block engine family only. It is NOT compatible with the Mopar Magnum engine series (5.2L and 5.9L Magnum) introduced in 1992, which uses a different distributor with an integrated cam position sensor. Verify your engine is the LA family (pre-1992 318, 340, or 360) before ordering.

Key features
Replaces Lean Burn and points with 2-wire simplicity
Eliminates the notorious Chrysler Electronic Lean Burn system and its associated hot-weather failures. Two wires: switched +12V and coil negative.
LA small block 318/340/360 coverage
Covers the complete Chrysler LA small block family across Dart, Barracuda, Challenger, B-body muscle cars, and D-series trucks.
NOT compatible with Magnum engines
The Mopar Magnum 5.2L and 5.9L (1992+) use a different distributor with an integrated cam sensor. This unit is for LA engines only.
Mopar-specific distributor geometry
Correctly dimensioned for the Chrysler LA block -- not a Chevy unit with an adapter gear.
Vehicle fitment
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
| Dodge | Dart / Demon / Swinger | 1967-1991 | LA 318 / 340 / 360 V8 |
| Plymouth | Barracuda / Cuda | 1970-1974 | LA 318 / 340 / 360 V8 |
| Dodge | Challenger | 1970-1974 | LA 318 / 340 / 360 V8 |
| Dodge / Plymouth | Various B-body / E-body | 1967-1991 | LA 318 / 340 / 360 V8 |
| Dodge | D-series Pickup | 1972-1991 | LA 318 / 360 V8 |

Application scenarios
Barracuda and Challenger electronic conversion
Mopar muscle car owners eliminating the unreliable Lean Burn or aging points system choose the EP-318M for a clean, reliable two-wire electronic ignition.
Dart and Demon daily driver
Dart and Demon owners using their small block Mopars as regular transportation appreciate the EP-318M for maintenance-free electronic ignition in all weather.
D-series Mopar fleet maintenance
Dodge D-series pickup operators with 318 or 360 engines benefit from the EP-318M's simplified ignition and elimination of ELB electronics.
Installation guide
Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Mopar LA distributors are located at the rear of the engine on the driver's side. Remove cap, note rotor position and Mopar firing order (1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2). Mark housing alignment. Remove ELB or points wiring and vacuum advance hose. Remove hold-down and withdraw old distributor. Lower EP-318M into position. Connect +12V switched wire and coil negative trigger wire. Connect vacuum advance hose. Set timing per Chrysler LA specification. Approximately 30-45 minutes.
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Quality assurance
Every EP Ready-to-Run distributor is manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management. Each unit is individually tested for magnetic pickup signal strength, electronic module switching function, mechanical advance travel range, and vacuum advance response before shipment. CE-EMC electromagnetic compatibility certification, UL listing, and UKCA conformity mark ensure full compliance across all major global export markets.

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About the manufacturer
EP (Ever-Power) — Automotive Ignition Specialist Since 1999
25+
Years in production
300+
Distributor models
80%
Export ratio
4
Certifications
Founded in 1999 in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, EP operates automated and semi-automated production lines for ignition distributors, oil pump motors, and automotive electrical components. Our Ready-to-Run distributor range is the most complete available from a single manufacturer, spanning Chevrolet SBC/BBC, Ford Windsor/Cleveland/FE, Chrysler/Dodge Mopar small block and big block, and Holden 253/308.

Wholesale buyers, Amazon sellers, and aftermarket distributors source directly from our factory, accessing the same specification as premium American performance brands at factory-direct pricing. OEM branding and private-label packaging are available for qualifying volumes. EP is part of the Ever-Power Group, also producing drive chains and a comprehensive range of mechanical transmission products.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Ready-to-Run distributor and an HEI distributor?
What does the EP-318M ship with?
How do I identify if my Dodge or Plymouth engine is an LA small block or a Magnum?
Does this distributor fit Mopar Magnum engines (1992 and later)?
Can a Ready-to-Run distributor be used with an external MSD or other ignition box?
How do I order the EP-318M for export or wholesale?
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