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**Nima** · 11-25-2007, 03:25 PM

Hello:
Is this a drop in replacement for my point type distributor? It is mallory 8548201C which comes with coil. I believe I have to change the connector but other than that I just want to be sure.
"These new 85 Series HEI distributors from Mallory feature a CNC-machined cast 356 T-6 aluminum upper housing with a billet lower housing for lightweight durability. They include Mallory's new mechanical advance mechanism and adjustable vacuum advance, and come with a red cap and rotor with brass inserts. They're direct plug-in replacements with OE factory-type harness connectors, and are available with or without Mallory's high-performance coil. You can also get them in a Race Prepped version that features locked-out mechanical advance, locked-out vacuum advance with the chamber removed, and a complete advance weight and spring kit to allow for mechanical advance conversion. "
Thanks.

**clay68c10** · 11-25-2007, 03:31 PM

You'll also need to run a new power wire to it. The original cloth-covered power wire has resistance built into it to give the old points dist 6-8v. The new HEI will need full 12v. De-pin the old wire from the firewall plug, make a new wire with the right plugs on each end, reinstall and go.

**Nima** · 11-25-2007, 03:37 PM

Thanks. I am rewiring the whole truck with painless harness. I guess there should be a wire for that since I don't think the painless kit designed for point type distributor.
Thanks a lot.

11-25-2007, 03:25 PM	#1
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,178	Can I use this distributor Hello: Is this a drop in replacement for my point type distributor? It is mallory 8548201C which comes with coil. I believe I have to change the connector but other than that I just want to be sure. "These new 85 Series HEI distributors from Mallory feature a CNC-machined cast 356 T-6 aluminum upper housing with a billet lower housing for lightweight durability. They include Mallory's new mechanical advance mechanism and adjustable vacuum advance, and come with a red cap and rotor with brass inserts. They're direct plug-in replacements with OE factory-type harness connectors, and are available with or without Mallory's high-performance coil. You can also get them in a Race Prepped version that features locked-out mechanical advance, locked-out vacuum advance with the chamber removed, and a complete advance weight and spring kit to allow for mechanical advance conversion. " Thanks. __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

11-25-2007, 03:31 PM	#2
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,935	Re: Can I use this distributor You'll also need to run a new power wire to it. The original cloth-covered power wire has resistance built into it to give the old points dist 6-8v. The new HEI will need full 12v. De-pin the old wire from the firewall plug, make a new wire with the right plugs on each end, reinstall and go. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

11-25-2007, 03:37 PM	#3
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,178	Re: Can I use this distributor Thanks. I am rewiring the whole truck with painless harness. I guess there should be a wire for that since I don't think the painless kit designed for point type distributor. Thanks a lot. __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner



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