HEI distributor ?
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So, if we put two and two together we come up with twotwo.
Actually looking at the plug, it connects up with the two prongs on the distributor that are running horizontal to each other. You can see the tongue on the plug that fits into the slot in the distributor and the tabs on the distributor for the clip on the connector.
The plug wires are red and green so I'm 98% certain the the red is ignition and the green is the tach.
So on your distributor, the right horizontal tab is for ignition and the left horizontal tab is for the tach.
Buy the freaking plug for $5!
Actually looking at the plug, it connects up with the two prongs on the distributor that are running horizontal to each other. You can see the tongue on the plug that fits into the slot in the distributor and the tabs on the distributor for the clip on the connector.
The plug wires are red and green so I'm 98% certain the the red is ignition and the green is the tach.
So on your distributor, the right horizontal tab is for ignition and the left horizontal tab is for the tach.
Buy the freaking plug for $5!
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From: NM
From Summit's FAQ page:
After installing the HEI distributor in place of the old distributor, connect the spark plug wires to the cap (be sure to maintain the correct firing order sequence). Install the ignition coil in the distributor cap. The three wire connector from the base of the distributor plugs into the coil leads in the cap. The will be two remaining connectors in the cap. The red wire connects to a 12-volt, keyed switch power source (sometimes labeled "BAT") and the yellow lead is for a tach signal (if needed). Next, remove the resistor wire or ballast resistor used to reduce power to the original ignition coil. It must be removed because the HEI distributor requires a full 12 volts of electricity to properly operate or damage to the control module will result.
After installing the HEI distributor in place of the old distributor, connect the spark plug wires to the cap (be sure to maintain the correct firing order sequence). Install the ignition coil in the distributor cap. The three wire connector from the base of the distributor plugs into the coil leads in the cap. The will be two remaining connectors in the cap. The red wire connects to a 12-volt, keyed switch power source (sometimes labeled "BAT") and the yellow lead is for a tach signal (if needed). Next, remove the resistor wire or ballast resistor used to reduce power to the original ignition coil. It must be removed because the HEI distributor requires a full 12 volts of electricity to properly operate or damage to the control module will result.
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From: Moyie, BC Canada
Hey guys n gals, I kinda started this in another post (engine progress and pics) but I would like to know how to go about hooking up the HEI dist to the motor once I'm done putting it together. I have installed a new wiring harness a couple months ago and have to old points type dist in the truck now, so all I have is the coil wire running to the coil. Is/what else would I need to get it going or should I just go ahead and put a points style dist in the new motor.
Electrical - Wiring up the Distributor - Do It Yourself Hot Rod Kustom Website
This may help you Tardster
It's pontiac though....
Post Fiend
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From: Poway, Ca.
Can you post the link to that Ross?
I went on that site - again, and found nothing like that. There is however the ability to submit questions that would have been useful for the OP.
I believe you, but I'd just like to know where it was - looked ALOT!
Looks like theres some plugs in the box (that are hiding with the instructions) that the OP needs to find as well.
I went on that site - again, and found nothing like that. There is however the ability to submit questions that would have been useful for the OP.
I believe you, but I'd just like to know where it was - looked ALOT!
Looks like theres some plugs in the box (that are hiding with the instructions) that the OP needs to find as well.
Fleet Owner
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From: NM
How do I install an HEI distributor in my 1969 Chevelle? – SummitRacing.com
Gotta figure it's the same hookup no matter what it's going into.
Gotta figure it's the same hookup no matter what it's going into.
Post Fiend
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From: Poway, Ca.
How do I install an HEI distributor in my 1969 Chevelle? – SummitRacing.com
Gotta figure it's the same hookup no matter what it's going into. Yeah, there's not a whole lot to it - ignition and tach
Gotta figure it's the same hookup no matter what it's going into. Yeah, there's not a whole lot to it - ignition and tach
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From: Poway, Ca.
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someone on FTE had an article installing one on a 351W:
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So, if we put two and two together we come up with twotwo.
Actually looking at the plug, it connects up with the two prongs on the distributor that are running horizontal to each other. You can see the tongue on the plug that fits into the slot in the distributor and the tabs on the distributor for the clip on the connector.
Attachment 25175
The plug wires are red and green so I'm 98% certain the the red is ignition and the green is the tach.
So on your distributor, the right horizontal tab is for ignition and the left horizontal tab is for the tach.
Buy the freaking plug for $5!
Actually looking at the plug, it connects up with the two prongs on the distributor that are running horizontal to each other. You can see the tongue on the plug that fits into the slot in the distributor and the tabs on the distributor for the clip on the connector.
Attachment 25175
The plug wires are red and green so I'm 98% certain the the red is ignition and the green is the tach.
So on your distributor, the right horizontal tab is for ignition and the left horizontal tab is for the tach.
Buy the freaking plug for $5!
Awsome, and I will be placing an order for the plug in the morning....
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From: Auburn, Il
order has been placed for the plug. I also picked up the last couple little tid bits I needed to finish off the motor. Wednesday I will be picking up a sandblaster from Harbor Freight, I hope it works at least long enuff to clean up the frame n stuff. I plan on using the spray on bed liner for the frame and floor boards of the cab. I figure that will protect that stuff pretty good...
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From: Auburn, Il
I've never had good luck with undercoating. It always seems to get brittle and flake off, its probably from the winters we have here. I figure if you can almost sand down a concrete block on that bed liner stuff, it should hold up to the rocks and bad weather/winters.
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Julie,
Is that the MSD 8383 "Pro Billet" dist?
I have been thinking about getting that one. Any problems? And did you use an MSD coil and control box?
Sorry for the hijack!!!
Rick
Is that the MSD 8383 "Pro Billet" dist?
I have been thinking about getting that one. Any problems? And did you use an MSD coil and control box?
Sorry for the hijack!!!Rick
I have an MSD drop and drive distributor on my FE and it is fantastic.
All you need to do is hook up the connections per the instructions, to a 12 volt coil (and I REALLY recommend you get a FLAMETHROWER solid pack 12V coil)
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with the HEI distributors, you delete your ballast resistor. As Jaye mentioned, they like a full bite of power. It will work fine on your current electrical system as long as you are running an alternator and not running a 12 volt generator.
The generator will not produce a high enough charge to feed anything on the truck at idle rpm and when th ebattery kicks in to suply power, it's unassisted voltage is not high enough to feed the HEI system properly - it'll work, but it may idle sloppy.
All you need to do is hook up the connections per the instructions, to a 12 volt coil (and I REALLY recommend you get a FLAMETHROWER solid pack 12V coil)
AND
with the HEI distributors, you delete your ballast resistor. As Jaye mentioned, they like a full bite of power. It will work fine on your current electrical system as long as you are running an alternator and not running a 12 volt generator.
The generator will not produce a high enough charge to feed anything on the truck at idle rpm and when th ebattery kicks in to suply power, it's unassisted voltage is not high enough to feed the HEI system properly - it'll work, but it may idle sloppy.