Engine shut off ?

[Dan-K]

I was puttering around on a new project (71 C10) with a 350 motor , was running like butter then I turned around to grab something out of the garage and it was like someone turned the key off ? no sputtering or rpm difference it just shut off and wouldnt re-start . Its getting fuel and has a new fuel filter . Has an HEI not points . Any Ideas ?

[Rickjz]

The HEI has a module that can go out. It’s very common, so much so that I have been known to carry a spare in the glove box. You can test it.

[72SB]

assuming fuel pressure is good, I suspect HEI module.

Have you confirmed you have spark OP?

By chance did the choke not open if it has one??

[kwmech]

Put the putter back into it. You must've dropped it when you turned around.




couldn't resist

[Dan-K]

Thanks for the advice , I will try the module.

[72SB]

if you replace module, use heat sink paste under it. Its $2 at AutoZone

[Dan-K]

Replaced the ignition module , still no start . Started messing around with the wires , found out the lead wire from the H.E.I. had somehow fallen out at the ignition cylinder ? plugged it back in and it fired right up ! Thanks to all those who commented and helped .

[72SB]

keep the old module as a spare

[Palf70Step]

[rockyrivermark]

Diagnose the problem rather than throwing parts at it.

1. Check for spark. Timing light works well
2. If no spark check for 12V at HEI dizzy.
3. If 12 v at dizzy then try ignition module