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DELCO-REMY High Energy Ignition: Description

The Delco-Remy High Energy Ignition System (HEI) consists of a distributor assembly which combines all ignition components into a solid-state electronic unit. The distributor housing encloses the following components: Vacuum and centrifugal advance mechanisms, electronic module, pick-up coil, pole piece (with internal teeth), timer core (with external teeth), rotor, distributor shaft and a capacitor for radio noise suppression. The distributor cover encloses the ignition coil on all models except Chevrolet Chevette models, these have an external mounted coil.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Integral Coil Type High Energy Ignition Distributor
G09343313Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY