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: Correct L79 distributor


augy
Apr 8th, 10, 3:57 PM
Can anyone tell me the part number for the distributor that came with the 68 L79 engine? The engine I just purchased is missing the distributor. I do have an extra one in my parts collection with part number 1111297, which I believe to be from a 1968 327. I've checked all previous posts concerning L79 engines and can't find any info about the distributor numbers. :sad:

Mark66SS
Apr 8th, 10, 3:59 PM
your distributor is in the interior of your car? :D I have no idea what the correct one is ...

GenOne
Apr 8th, 10, 4:30 PM
If memory serves me correct they used two distributors on the 68 L79 Chevelle - 444 was the early model while the 478 was introduced later. My one owner L79 completely untouched outside of the smog has an engine assembly date of Feb 20, 68 and has the original 444 dated July 21, 67. Another original L79 (convert) with a similar engine assembly date also has the 444 dated July 21, 67. If you want pics I can send them off - car is unrestored.

Jeff

augy
Apr 9th, 10, 8:06 AM
Thanks, Jeff, I appreciate the info. Mark, yup, I always thought the distributor was part of the interior since the wires come from the inside of the car. :thumbsup: Guess I was still on the interior forum when I posted the question. Asleep at the wheel again. :boring:

fishhead
Apr 9th, 10, 8:39 AM
It could be an interior part...

Mines part of the trunk...

augy
Apr 9th, 10, 10:41 AM
QUOTE=fishhead;2803475]It could be an interior part...

Mines part of the trunk...[/QUOTE] l:)l:) I'll probly never hear the end of this ! !