Another trick is to plug the 12V power wire on a HEI distributor into the "Tach" terminal instead of the proper position right beside it in the distributor cap. That's a guaranteed "no start", and it makes a very effective anti-theft trick if you have to park your vehicle in a non-secure location like a motel parking area while at a swap meet, etc.
Jerry

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