1985 K10 Longbed
Ive been doing a bit of tinkering and and gotten the truck in Family good shape. Ive recently replaced the Ignition Control Module, shocks, heat riser valve, exhaust manifold gaskets, carb, fuel tank selector valve, power steering pump, water pump, many vacuume hoses, fuel lines, battery and more. To my frustration, Im still having a hard time getting spark to the plugs. Im considering getting an entirely new distributor as the current one was refurbished by someone (not sure who).
That brings me to the point.
Is is better to just bypass the ESC and get just a straight HEI distributor or should I spend the money and get a new ESC distributor?
Ive heard that the motor is less efficient and gets bogged down a bit after bypassing the ESC. I’ve also heard the opposite. You guys have not steered me wrong yet so I’d like yall’s opinion before I make up my mind.
So, to stay stock or to bypass the ESC? What’ll it be?
Keep in mind that the truck came with a 305 and how has a 350.
Also, I’m in California, so smog equipment is still a requirement for me.
As always, much appreciated!