How do I install an HEI distributor in my 69 Chevelle and do away with my point type distributor?
This is a very popular swap and simple to do if you follow a few guidelines. Install the HEI in place of the old distributor and connect the spark plug wires maintaining correct firing order sequence (ACCEL 8.8 spiral core recommended). Install the ignition coil into the distributor cap. There are two types of HEI coils, use the one with red and yellow leads (ACCEL #140003). The three wire connector from the base of the distributor plugs into the coil leads in the distributor cap. There will be two remaining connectors in the cap, (one from the coil’s red wire and the other from the coil’s yellow). Connect twelve volts from the key switch to the red lead (sometimes labeled “BAT”) and the yellow lead which is for a tach signal if needed. CAUTION: Older vehicles used resistor wire or a ballast resistor to feed power to the ignition coil. This must be removed or bypassed. The HEI distributor requires a full twelve volts or damage to the control module will result. Maintain the engine’s or
