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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 11:19 AM
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My C3 has electronic ignition. I would like to change the module. How would you go about ordering a new module?
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 02:16 PM
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http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/drivetrain/heiign.htm

I usually do not recommend the Chilton or Haynes manuals, but, every now and then, they come in handy.
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 03:48 PM
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how is anybody supposed to know what year car you have and whether you are referring to the factory HEI system or an aftermarket system?
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 05:20 PM
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Your local auto parts store has them.
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This is a 1973 454 with an aftermarket electronic ignition. Will any 8 cylinder module work?
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Old Jun 24, 2017 | 10:46 AM
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You need to know if it's a GM HEI or MSD, Pertonix, Mallory, Accel, or whoever made the ignition. Without that, it's all guesswork.
Are you changing because it won't start or some other problem? If it starts and runs, there's nothing wrong with the module you have.
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