Distributor types and theory of operation

This article covers the three major type of distributors used on RHP 4.3L - 10.3L engines and their theory of operation.

 

The three major types of distributors are as follows:

  1. High Energy Ignition (HEI) Distributors
  2. Electronic Spark Timing (EST) Distributors
  3. High Voltage Switch (HVS) Distributors

 

The document with the details of each can be downloaded here.

 

 

Revision Date Description Initials
A July 25, 2023 Initial Release AJV