Can anyone identify this HEI? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Luvlegs · 05-09-2007, 09:30 AM

I pulled this off a 69 GMC - it was on a 250 (motor mounts were directly across from each other) - can anyone tell me what it is? It had the coil mounted on the block. The coil had a split in it - is this something I could replace? I'm thinking about putting it on my 72, 250. Thanks all!

D13 · 05-09-2007, 10:22 AM

Later model HEI, looks just like the one on my 1982 3/4 ton w/250. If the coiil is split its junk. Good change the module is popped too.

Luvlegs · 05-09-2007, 11:36 AM

ok on the coil - junked - could you elaborate on the "module"? That's not a "toss it in the trash thing" is it?

**passthebuck** · 05-09-2007, 11:47 AM

I've seen that before. I knew a guy who had one of those in a early 70's (Canadian) Pontiac full size. His coil was cracked too but still ran. We had no money so he never fixed it.

D13 · 05-18-2007, 09:11 AM

The way these work is just like a V8 only the coil is outside. A pickup coil sends a pulse to an electronic module that acts like points, turning current on and off thru the coil to create high voltage at the tower which then feeds the cap and rotor which sends it to the plugs.
The module is in the distributor.
If the coil broke from water getting in it and freezing, well and good. But if it failed and overheated and/or shorted, the module may have seen voltage spikes or high current and popped. They are a simple change, just like a point set.

PICKMUP · 05-18-2007, 11:47 AM

An MSD coil gives those a kick and looks good too!

PanelDeland · 05-18-2007, 05:56 PM

I've got one of those but haven't installed it.The guy I got it from told me it was from a 75.If you find more info one these please post.I plan on refurbishing it and installing this summer.

05-09-2007, 09:30 AM	#1
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Can anyone identify this HEI? I pulled this off a 69 GMC - it was on a 250 (motor mounts were directly across from each other) - can anyone tell me what it is? It had the coil mounted on the block. The coil had a split in it - is this something I could replace? I'm thinking about putting it on my 72, 250. Thanks all! Attached Images __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

05-09-2007, 10:22 AM	#2
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? Later model HEI, looks just like the one on my 1982 3/4 ton w/250. If the coiil is split its junk. Good change the module is popped too.

05-09-2007, 11:36 AM	#3
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? ok on the coil - junked - could you elaborate on the "module"? That's not a "toss it in the trash thing" is it? __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

05-09-2007, 11:47 AM	#4
passthebuck Sisyphus was my mentor! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario CANADA Posts: 984	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? I've seen that before. I knew a guy who had one of those in a early 70's (Canadian) Pontiac full size. His coil was cracked too but still ran. We had no money so he never fixed it. __________________ passthebuck #5642 -TWO 1967 GMC 910's. One with L6/3-on-the tree and the other with 355 w/435hp & a 700r4. -a 2013 Honda Civic as my "sensible" car

05-18-2007, 09:11 AM	#5
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? The way these work is just like a V8 only the coil is outside. A pickup coil sends a pulse to an electronic module that acts like points, turning current on and off thru the coil to create high voltage at the tower which then feeds the cap and rotor which sends it to the plugs. The module is in the distributor. If the coil broke from water getting in it and freezing, well and good. But if it failed and overheated and/or shorted, the module may have seen voltage spikes or high current and popped. They are a simple change, just like a point set.

05-18-2007, 11:47 AM	#6
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,144	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? An MSD coil gives those a kick and looks good too! Attached Images

05-18-2007, 05:56 PM	#7
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Can anyone identify this HEI? I've got one of those but haven't installed it.The guy I got it from told me it was from a 75.If you find more info one these please post.I plan on refurbishing it and installing this summer. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"



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