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raiden7800 · 05-26-2007, 01:49 AM

I was having problems with my HEI distributor, so I decided to put the original points and condensor distributor back in. Got a good deal on a new unit, 42 for the distributor, 3 bucks for the rotor, and 5 bucks for the cap. Got some new wires as well. Put it together, and realized that I didnt have a coil. So I robbed the mopar coil off of my parts mercedes benz (dont ask... please) hooked that up, and wired directly to the battery. I think I am 180 out on the distributor tho, it acts exactly like it did when I first got it. So, I am going to turn it around tomorrow morning sometime and see what happens.

I also have the spare HEI distributor, which I no longer need. All I got out of her tonight was a big BOOM! So I know that I have spark.

Anyways, I'll update as I make progress.

05-26-2007, 01:49 AM	#1
raiden7800 Straight "6" Shooter Join Date: May 2007 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 105	Went back original.... I was having problems with my HEI distributor, so I decided to put the original points and condensor distributor back in. Got a good deal on a new unit, 42 for the distributor, 3 bucks for the rotor, and 5 bucks for the cap. Got some new wires as well. Put it together, and realized that I didnt have a coil. So I robbed the mopar coil off of my parts mercedes benz (dont ask... please) hooked that up, and wired directly to the battery. I think I am 180 out on the distributor tho, it acts exactly like it did when I first got it. So, I am going to turn it around tomorrow morning sometime and see what happens. I also have the spare HEI distributor, which I no longer need. All I got out of her tonight was a big BOOM! So I know that I have spark. Anyways, I'll update as I make progress. __________________ 1966 LWB 292 I6 & Granny Low If you listen intently, you can hear a FORD rusting in the distance. My LUG NUTS take more TORQUE than your HONDA makes!