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#1 · Dec 2, 2006 350 Chevy won't start!!!! Is there a way to test the coil and module to see which one needs replaced? I have 12-Volt at the Battery wire going to the distributor but she won't start!!!! I put one of those cross-fire caps/coils (puts 4-wires on each side) that makes a neat wire job on a show car about 3 years ago.

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Set your multimeter to measure resistance (ohms). Locate the two terminals on the ignition module where the pickup coil connects. These are usually labeled "batt" and "tach.". Place the multimeter's positive lead on the "batt" terminal and the negative lead on the "tach" terminal. Note the reading on the multimeter.

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How Do You Test a Hei Coil? Testing the HEI Coil - Step by Step: Follow these steps to effectively test the High Energy Ignition (HEI) coil: 1. Safety First: Before starting any testing procedure, ensure the engine is turned off, and disconnect the battery to prevent electrical shock or accidents. 2.

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The ONLY testing that actually works for HEI coils and modules is now done on an off veh8icle run tester that most good auto parts stores have in store. Key is to let the coil run to get it to operating temperatures, as defects ihn those coils don't usually occur until they reach full temperature, or, very close to it. Let it run on the machine.

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The first step in testing a Hei coil is to gather the necessary tools. The most important tool is an ohmmeter. An ohmmeter is used to measure the resistance of the coil. Additionally, a basic set of tools such as a screwdriver and a wrench may be needed to remove the Hei coil from the vehicle.

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Find or bought a cheap HEI distributor and want to know if it works? easy testing all you need is a length of wire, 12 volt battery and a test light. GM HEI.

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To check the pick-up coil, attach an ohmmeter to the two leads, as seen in the lead photo of this article. The reading should be between 500 and 1,500 ohms. Make sure to jiggle the wires with the meter attached to test for any breaks. There are three main components in an HEI: the ignition module, the pick-up coil and the integral high-tension.

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Sep 1, 2001 12 Photos ACCEL, Pertronix, MSD, Performance Distributors, and several others offer performance versions of the HEI either as complete distributors or as separate modules and coils,.

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Testing a GM HEI Distributor, checking primary and secondary coil windings, pick up coil and bench top testing.

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Testing an HEI or High Energy Ignition Coil with an Ohm Meter

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After verifying you have 12 vdc feeding your distributor of your HEI distributor Remove the coil and test the primary and secondary windings using a multimet.

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Seriously? Now what's wrong. when we went Autocrossing, do you remember how the GTO was misfiring? It's time to test, diagnose, and discuss the symptoms.

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Troubleshooting the HEI coil in cap ignition. Do this before testing coil to insure greatest accuracy. If meter will not calibrate to read less than 0.2 ohms, check leads or replace battery. This is the terminal for the coil-in-cap HEI ignition power. With the key turned on (engine off), there should be full battery power here.

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To test for a good ground, a jumper wire can be attached to the distributor by connecting it anywhere on the housing and running it to the negative side of the battery. If all of that checks out, the following steps will help you to test the coil inside the cap, and the magnetic pick up.

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Got the HEI No-Spark Blues? Don't worry, be happy. HEIs are as easy as pie to fix. You don't even need kilobuck 'scopes, module testers, or computer interfaces. The Usual Legal Disclaimers And Stuff. This is NOT the official factory diagnostic proce-dure. This is shorter and simpler. It requires fewer special tools.