I'm converting from points to Dave Rays small cap HEI which uses a standard coil. I know I need to replace the resistor wire with 12 gauge wire to get a full 12 volts. Do I also need to connect the second wire normally associated with a points system? Thanks :confused:

Originally posted by SoCalRat:
I'm converting from points to Dave Rays small cap HEI which uses a standard coil. I know I need to replace the resistor wire with 12 gauge wire to get a full 12 volts. Do I also need to connect the second wire normally associated with a points system? Thanks :confused: If the HEI your using requires a full 12v then no you only need the one wire, the one that replaces the resistor wire. The one from the starter won't be needed.

Might want to tie it back and leave it there. Sometimes a worn ignition switch prevents the car from firing in the START position. Some guys get around this by connecting the yellow bypass wire up to the HEI.

Originally posted by John_Muha:
Might want to tie it back and leave it there. Sometimes a worn ignition switch prevents the car from firing in the START position. Some guys get around this by connecting the yellow bypass wire up to the HEI. AND it won't hurt anyting either since there is no connection to anythig when not cranking.

Thanks guys for the quick reply.