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on the Internet for over 30 years! and not clogged down with Ads! Again, thanks! | | | | Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 72 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 72 | Hey guys never replaced a distibutor before. Replacing old with new HEI. Any tips. All info would be greatly appreciated. Not sure on wiring.
I have a 235 with dual Carters, I think the HEI will make it run even better. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 | 57thekid,
Is this a genuine GM HEI? Your rig must be converted to 12 volts already. This ignition systems needs full voltage, so dump any type of resistor, wire or ballast.
Wiring is a conventional switched ignition wire from key...on when ON. If you are careful, you can pull the old and stab the new and that part is done. Rotation and wire order are the same.
I'll assume you have done the necessary machine work on the distributor as a GM HEI won't fit unless modified. More help on the way.
Stuart | | | | | Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 72 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 72 | I bought one already tp drop in. I have it switched, but now I need a hold down plate. Anyone have ideas? | | |
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