High-quality aluminum housing and hardened steel dual bushing construction - it is built to last, Features fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances, meaning precision is a breeze, High-output ignition module and powerful 65,000-volt coil mean that you'll have everything you'll need to power you high performance engine, Packed with design and build features, our HEI distributor offers a whole lot of bang for your buck, With adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances and a simple one-wire hookup, easy is an understatement
Speedway Motors Chevy 216/235/261 Straight 6 HEI Distributor Speedway Motors
Speedway Motors Chevy 216/235/261 Straight 6 HEI Distributor
Sku # 2896516-BLK
Mfr. Part # 2896516-BLK
Condition
New
Brand
Speedway Motors
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Speedway Motors' Chevy L6 HEI distributor has everything you need, all under one cap. With a high-quality aluminum housing and hardened steel dual bushing construction, it is built to last. It features fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances, meaning precision is a breeze. It has a high-output module, high-spark 65,000-volt coil, solid brass terminals, and an easy, one-wire hookup.

  • Fits 1942-61 early Chevy inline 6 cylinder engines 216-235-261

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Installation Tips

This distributor is designed for a 12 volt electrical system with an alternator. It is not compatible with a generator and cannot be used with a ballast resistor.

Distributor gear is most compatible with cast iron hydraulic or solid flat tappet camshafts; consult cam manufacturer for recommended gear material.

Specs
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Cap Terminal Style
HEI / Male
Gear Material
Steel
Distributor Cap Color
Black
Trigger Style
Magnetic
Mechanical Tach Drive
No
Slip Collar
No
External Ignition Box Required
No
Marine Use
No
Shaft Diameter
1
Advance Type
Mechanical and Vacuum
Housing Finish
Natural
Gear Rotation
Standard
Housing Material
Billet Aluminum
Coil Included
Yes
Cap Type
HEI / Male
Cap Diameter
5.5
Notes
Distributor gear is most compatible with cast iron hydraulic or solid flat tappet camshafts
MFG. Part #
2896516-BLK
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