
JEGSPART NUMBER: 555-40005
HEI Distributor for Small Block and Big Block Chevy
$10999
More than 10 availableChevy HEI Distributors
JEGS HEI DistributorSmall Block & Big Block Chevy Fully Adjustable Vacuum/Mechanical Advance Red Cap with Male Brass Terminals Steel Gear Includes 65,000 Volt Coil
Chevy distributors are interchangeable among most GM small-block and big-block V-8 engines excluding the 348 ci, 409 ci, and tall deck engines. HEI was first offered in 1974 and became standard in all GM vehicles in 1975
JEGS 555-40005 HEI Distributor for Small Block and Big Block Chevy Features:
- 65,000-volt coil provides a hot spark for maximum performance using solid brass terminals
- Quality CNC aluminum body provides years of trouble-free operation
- Fully compatible with flat tappet and hydraulic roller cams
- Easy drop-in installation using the 1-wire hook-up
- Adjustable vacuum advance
- High voltage coil for a hotter spark
- Coated weights for corrosion resistance
- Welded weight pins for durability
- Standard-type steel distributor gear for hydraulic or solid flat tappet cams
- Utilizes OE 0.491"" diameter shaft and will require a different drive gear for solid roller camshaft
JEGS 555-40005 HEI Distributor for Small Block and Big Block Chevy Notes:
- When installing in a non-HEI vehicle, Power & Tach Feed Wires 555-10552 is recommended
- To protect ignition system components, always disconnect all vehicle power sources before performing welding on applications equipped with an HEI distributor. Electrical surges from welding can damage sensitive ignition electronics.
FAQ
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When did GM start using HEI ignition?
Emissions Note:
This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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Part TypeDistributor
BrandJEGS
Package Height7.2
Package Width9.6
Package Length17.3
Weight6.25 PG
Part CategoryPerformance Parts
Marine UseNo
Housing FinishPolished
Housing MaterialAluminum
Distributor Cap ColorRed
Ignition Box RequiredNo
Distributor TypeHEI/Breakerless
Engine Make/SizeChevy Big Block (396-454), Chevy Small Block (262-400)
Computer-Controlled CompatibleNo
Trigger StyleMagnetic
Distributor Gear RotationStandard
Cap StyleMale/HEI
Part FitmentSemi Universal
Slip CollarNo
Mechanical Tach DriveNo
Gear MaterialSteel
Advance TypeVacuum and mechanical
Package Qty1
Package TypeEA
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