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08-19-2011, 11:50 AM | #1 |
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HEI ignition control module problems
new here. tried the GM HEI that i found on this website and also used the wiring diagram to a T. it lasted about a mile down the road and died. i checked everything again and it just led me to the ignition control module, so i replaced it again. mile down the road died again. found the oem on the web, wired back to original and it didnt even make it out the driveway. any help would be appreciated. thanks.
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08-19-2011, 12:15 PM | #2 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
It cannot be over stressed how very important it is to get rid of the heat generated by the unit. Did you grind the frame to bare metal before you mounted the HEI unit? You should also have used a dielectric grease to further dissipate the heat.
Although it is a long shot I would also check the output of the generator if your regulator is not regulating you may be running at 18 volts which will surely causes issues. Dave |
08-19-2011, 12:38 PM | #3 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
dave's right, and like to add that most of those heis also have small plastic locating nub on the back that has to be removed to get good contact.
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08-19-2011, 03:05 PM | #4 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
did all of the above except check voltage regulator. is there a way to check it with the cart not running
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08-19-2011, 06:30 PM | #5 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
In a word, no. However this all sounds rather surreal, many people have performed this modification and no one has had this failure rate. Are you sure that it is electrical issue? Have you pulled the plug and determined that it is not sparking.
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08-19-2011, 08:05 PM | #6 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
What is the purpose of this mod?
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08-19-2011, 08:55 PM | #7 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
The main purpose is that if your ignitor dies EZGO want about $140 for a replacement. However some unsung genius discovered that a HEI module from a 76 Chevy would do the job for about $40. Now some also claim that the HEI unit gives a bigger and better spark when coupled with a high output coil but the main reason is the reduced cost of the repair.
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08-19-2011, 09:19 PM | #8 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
Ah, So if you don't need it. Don't do it.
Thank you Mark |
08-20-2011, 05:37 AM | #9 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
Mark, That is my opinion although others may disagree. When I restored my 86 by some strange quirk of fate the ignition side worked and I left well alone. The engine starts first time and I can get 20+mph. If the ignitor ever dies I will perform the HEI mod and use a new coil but I don't expect to see any increase in performance.
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08-20-2011, 09:17 AM | #10 |
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Re: HEI ignition control module problems
the original ignition control module went out, then i went with the HEI. I have a new voltage regulator on the way. thanks for the advise.
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