Step-by-Step Guide to Doing an HEI Ignition Conversion on a Mopar

In this detailed video, we dive into the process of performing an HEI ignition conversion on a Mopar engine. Learn step-by-step as we upgrade the ignition system to improve performance and reliability. From explaining the components needed to demonstrating the installation, this guide is a valuable resource for any Mopar enthusiast looking to enhance their engine's ignition. Don't miss out on optimizing your ignition system - watch and upgrade with us!

[@toohip1959]

I appreciate how you take the complex and breakout down for us simple folks. Thank You!

[@HardHeadGarage]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelmulhall3474]

Good video nice and easy to follow your directions. Thank you.

[@HardHeadGarage]

No problem, glad we could help!

[@SypherF]

Finaly got to this video. Wonderfully informative. Your presentation on this was on point hoss. The visual display and model on table is just spot on!

[@scottshepherd3668]

Best explanation I've seen on KZbin. I really appreciate it. I was sure to subscribe to your channel.

[@HardHeadGarage]

Thanks, glad we could help! We appreciate you watching and subscribing!

[@user-xz5ps5hj6v]

Thanks for sharing this helpful video! Great detail and the drawing helps a lot! I'm going to do this on my '70 Roadrunner this week. 👍

[@HardHeadGarage]

Thanks for watching! Glad we could help. Good luck on your Roadrunner!

[@billcoleman7316]

I have a 46 year old motor hope and all the ignition parts still work fine.

[@highman9836]

Thank you Sir!

[@HardHeadGarage]

No problem! Glad we could help!

[@BigBoxDodge2020]

Thanks for the easy to follow description. I'm going to be doing this soon on my 73 W 200 truck. Hope you can make a video on how to bypass the amp meter inside the vehicle?

[@HardHeadGarage]

Thanks for watching! I might do a video covering that when I install the gauges in the Fury.

[@Rush50101]

Great Video Thanks I have a 1984 dodge d150 with a 318 and I replaced the box and still wont start so I'm going to do the conversion, what is the cheapest coil I can get away with some of them are 75 dollars that's just ridiculous. You were connecting the old stock coil will it work ok or should I buy a different one. which one is reliable and cheap??

[@HardHeadGarage]

The display was with an old stock coil, I've heard of people using those, although they might not last as long. As far as aftermarket goes cheap and reliable are a thing of the past unfortunately. I've had good luck with the Accel Super Stock coils. Thanks for watching, and good luck on your build!

[@coyoteserranoband]

Questions.. 1.Connect another wire to the G side to the Battery positive on the ignition coil? For it to act as a pull up resistor? 2. When im grounding out the w terminal i'm taking another wire and to the body? 3. Would any ignition module work? Or do I have to get a certain year?

[@HardHeadGarage]

The only positive wire goes to the "B" terminal, it can be received from any switched 12 volt source. The ground on the module comes from one of the mounting holes on the module to chassis ground. I usually use a mid to late 70's 4 pin module, they are available from stock to performance.

[@dannybrightman4816]

What do you do about the ballist resister on the firewall with the four wires.

[@HardHeadGarage]

Some people use those original wires to get their 12 volt and keyed power from. I prefer to run new wires and ditch the old system.

[@markhogeland3488]

With this setup can I convert from TBI to carburetor on my 1989 Dodge Dakota Shelby?

[@HardHeadGarage]

This setup works well with carburetors, granted that you have everything else needed for the conversion

[@markhogeland3488]

@@HardHeadGarage I have the intake manifold and carburetor what am I missing thanks again for all the help

[@HardHeadGarage]

@markhogeland3488 you'll need an old school electronic distributor

[@firlanedrummer87]

And this still uses everything in the mopar distributor? Like the points? I don’t know shit about shit

[@HardHeadGarage]

This modifications is normally done on a factory Mopar electronic distributor, the ones with a magnetic pickup instead of points

[@firlanedrummer87]

@@HardHeadGarage what do I gotta do to get rid of the points

[@HardHeadGarage]

@firlanedrummer87 just grab any stock electronic distributor and you can do this upgrade.

[@firlanedrummer87]

@@HardHeadGarage thank you

[@Veterangarage]

I did this set up but no spark at all with power from a running battery even. I think the new distributor is bad that I just ordered.

[@HardHeadGarage]

Sometimes switching the wires on the distributor side of the module will help. Or the gap between your pickup and reluctor wheel inside the distributor is too wide.