Engine Gurus: Need major help with TPI to Carb conversion

[4X4HIGH]

Yep, that block is not drilled for a fuel pump. Going to definately have to use an electric pump.

 

[CobraEatr]

4X4High, any idea of what that big canister is sitting next to the fuel pump?

 

[bp71k5]

If both of those things are wired to electricity, I'd guess they are both fuel pumps (or one is one of those crazy magnetic gasoline molecule stabilizers for gas mileage.)

 

[CobraEatr]

I'll check tomorrow but I think that both are wired up. Maybe that's why the fuel pump constantly makes noise even with the Blazer isn't cranked. My Camaro's fuel pump makes a noise when I first turn the key until it primes and then it cuts off. This thing runs forever. So there was an issue with the fuel pump from the get-go.

Another question: Will I need any additional wiring like a harness of some sort from the distributor? Also, will I need a coil and an ignition box? Sorry but I'm just not familiar with everything that a carb'ed car has.

 

[bp71k5]

Will I need any additional wiring like a harness of some sort from the distributor?

If you get an in-cap HEI distributer (which is what I would do), you just need a hot wire from the ignition key to power it up when you turn the key on. You'll have to find a pigtail for that special connector in a parts store or wrecking yard. The same wire may be able to power the electric choke to if the carb choke is electric. I like electric chokes better than manual or the heat activated ones.

Also, will I need a coil and an ignition box?

Not with an in-cap HEI dist. I also think those aftermarket ignition boxes are a waste of money unless you have a super hot motor. They don't seem to be as reliable as stock stuff.

Also if you can get rid of that fuel pump mess and use a single electric pump close to the tank, you'd probably be better off.

 

[CobraEatr]

Awesome! Thanks bp71k5.