Thinking on going HEI but can I

[SCHRUMGMC]

I was told that there was a way, to keep my original distributor and still use Non-points?
I am new to the whole idea and I think it'd be a lot better for my truck because of the constant issues I am running unto
Engine info
I6 270

What is the best out there?
What do I need to look out for?

Because my original Distributor is loose feeling I can wobble it and pick it up a hair?, BUT it won't let me adjust the clamp.

I've made great progress on this truck so far

[Bone$]

a bunch of info..

http://www.justih.org/Binder-Bench/s...hlight=ihc+hei

[SCHRUMGMC]

Read some of that, but where is the best place to deal with stuff like that?

I want a Black Distributor cap HEI one, can't stand the odd colors for some reason
Currently looking on Ebay

[OrrieG]

Before HEI this

http://www.pertronix.com/prod/ig/ignitor/default.aspx

was the hot ticket. Still is for those that want a stock look. Get another distributor and rebuild it, yours sounds like yours is shot anyway. Do not get sucked into buying one of the chinese knockoffs if you go the HEI route. On stovebolt.com there is a tech article on modifying new six HEI for the 235.

[SCHRUMGMC]

How can I get mine rebuilt?
All it needs is Bushings I'd assume?
The rotor isn't loose, like it'd be if the Dist was worn out

I'll upload a video of me moving the Distributor

Plus my engine is a 270 I6 Orrie
All it could be is why it isn't running worth a crap, it could be the vacuum advance?

[_Ogre]

i think pertronix is still the hot ticket for distributors
cheap and effective for long term use, same original pertronix in my son's 68 elco for 14 yrs
it doesn't side load the distributor and did i mention cheap?
either way you need to get your distributor loose; either make a wrench or buy a distributor wrench

[Warrens69GMC]

http://www.davessmallbodyheis.com/

[SCHRUMGMC]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGWL...ature=youtu.be

Heres what it was doing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAKIdimmzeY

Youll see me pull it up and down and wobble it side to side


DaveCarney2 may swing by when he can, whenever that may be

[mr48chev]

Check with GMC Bubba, http://www.lindertech.com/bhrs/gm_6_dist_elec_conv.htm His shop rebuilds distributors and converts them to electronic using easy to find parts.

The Pertronix is a good unit if you have a good distributor to begin with. One of the selling points is that you can stick a set of points and a condenser in the truck kit bag and if the Pertronix acts up you can swap out the electronic piece for the points and condenser and get home.

The key is that your distributor has to be in good shape no matter what ignition setup you run as a conversion kit isn't going to heal up a worn out distributor.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Did y'all watch the videos?
Thanks man I'll keep that in mind

Also I SCORED AN ORIGINAL AIR BREATHER for $20

Did these trucks come with a "Glass Pack" exhaust ?

[55dude]

Originally Posted by mr48chev

Check with GMC Bubba, http://www.lindertech.com/bhrs/gm_6_dist_elec_conv.htm His shop rebuilds distributors and converts them to electronic using easy to find parts.

The Pertronix is a good unit if you have a good distributor to begin with. One of the selling points is that you can stick a set of points and a condenser in the truck kit bag and if the Pertronix acts up you can swap out the electronic piece for the points and condenser and get home.

The key is that your distributor has to be in good shape no matter what ignition setup you run as a conversion kit isn't going to heal up a worn out distributor.

this is the way to go! i have spoken to him and great customer service! heard/read nothing but good things on the HAMB!