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Jun 17, 2008 | 05:51 AM

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Kruse

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From: Kansas

Quote:

Originally Posted by NxNW

The HEI system is famed for reliability. It's also as simple as can be. Easy to troubleshoot and repair if needed.

I converted many GM engines from points to HEI back in the day. It was and still is the best electronic distributor system ever made IMHO.

BTW- The new HEI was only 90 bucks.

I have no doubt that "in the day" an HEI conversion probably helped out a vehicle, especially one running on points.

But the new HEI systems that you purchase on ebay are probably 100% made in China. How reliable do you think it will be 20K miles from now? I'll give you a hint......carry lots of spare parts!