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sixnine · 11-04-2002, 09:29 PM

My sixty-nine fleet had an H.E.I. on it when I got it and the truck runs decent for the most part. Sometimes though, it idles really rough and almost acts like it's misfiring. I got to checking around and noticed that the distributor lead was wired to the old resistor-type wire used for the older distributor. I know that these high energy ignitions require high voltage so shouldn't the new distributor be wired differently? If so, how? Thanx.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 11-04-2002, 09:33 PM

Yes, You don't want to wire your HEI to a resister wire. I always run a 10 Gauge wire from the fuse panel. You need to pick a terminal that is only hot when the ignition is on. Then I always put a 20 amp fuse in line for it also. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

Blackhawkdc · 11-04-2002, 09:33 PM

Yes, you'll need to run a new wire. The best way is to run a new wire from the "Unfused Ignition" terminal off of the fuse block. I recommend running 12 gauge wire at the smallest. HEI will require more current than the old style.

Longhorn Man · 11-05-2002, 12:38 AM

I agree with the other 2 on this. You're only getting about 8 volts to your coil right now.

melloyello · 11-05-2002, 02:44 AM

not to step on someones post (sorry Sixnine) but whats the best HEI out there? btw i have an 8 gauge wire....can't risk a meltdown

11-04-2002, 09:29 PM	#1
sixnine Longtime Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Over Yonder (DFW) Posts: 171	More H.E.I. questions..... My sixty-nine fleet had an H.E.I. on it when I got it and the truck runs decent for the most part. Sometimes though, it idles really rough and almost acts like it's misfiring. I got to checking around and noticed that the distributor lead was wired to the old resistor-type wire used for the older distributor. I know that these high energy ignitions require high voltage so shouldn't the new distributor be wired differently? If so, how? Thanx.

11-04-2002, 09:33 PM	#2
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Yes, You don't want to wire your HEI to a resister wire. I always run a 10 Gauge wire from the fuse panel. You need to pick a terminal that is only hot when the ignition is on. Then I always put a 20 amp fuse in line for it also. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

11-04-2002, 09:33 PM	#3
Blackhawkdc 440 american Horses Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Anoka, MN USA Posts: 470	Yes, you'll need to run a new wire. The best way is to run a new wire from the "Unfused Ignition" terminal off of the fuse block. I recommend running 12 gauge wire at the smallest. HEI will require more current than the old style. __________________ Seth Petro 1969 Chev Short Step 425hp 350, TH400, big tires, fast truck 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 1991 Saturn SL1 - gas mileage! (and free) 1977 Buick LeSabre - for sale May America bless God, and may God bless America

11-05-2002, 02:44 AM	#5
melloyello Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 66	not to step on someones post (sorry Sixnine) but whats the best HEI out there? btw i have an 8 gauge wire....can't risk a meltdown __________________ 67 C/20 camper special 350

11-05-2002, 12:38 AM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I agree with the other 2 on this. You're only getting about 8 volts to your coil right now.



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