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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:11 PM
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Did a 79 vette come stock with a HEI distributor or did some people just add them on?
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:21 PM
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Pretty sure the HEI started in 75.

The GM HEI works well and lasts a long time.
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:41 PM
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HEI was standard from 75 on and is an excellent ignition system, in my opinion.
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Kalway
HEI was standard from 75 on and is an excellent ignition system, in my opinion.
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