GM 8 pin HEI Conversion pics

Trailbeast,

I am in the process of completing my motor build and I have Ford's Duraspark Distributor with magnetic pickup. When I started to look in to the Duraspark Ignition Module, I realized that they are not reliable and there are other options. When I came upon your post, it hit that I already have 2 original GM and 1 after market 8-PIN HEI Module and 1 HEI Coil.

The Duraspark Ignition Modules on Ford (Blue & Red) does have start retard function which aid in starting.

For less than $5, I can get a +5V DC converter which I can wire to the starter relay so I can retard the timing during start. I figure it could only help a carbureted engine so you dont have to crank as much!

Thanks

Waid