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Distributor upgrade for a 305

Tiny
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I'm now looking to upgrade the distributor in my car and just wondering how to go about it and if what I've chosen would be a right part.

Here is the link:
https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/40005K/10002/-1?gclsrc=aw.ds&&mrkgcl=1239&mrkgadid=3341146068&adpos=1o8&creative=351579892256&device=m&matchtype=&network=g&jegspromo=nonbrand&gclid=Cj0KCQjw9JzoBRDjARIsAGcdIDXCuHyqZd8fnztgKrTv72Hr9aYvRZwMgxZIwgIeAQ3tK4i81tr9HZUaAkgDEALw_wcB

This distributor uses the ignition box device that I have no idea how I'd have to hook up and what wires would probably go where since I'm still very new to performance parts

And if it's possible I could use an explanation on the properly timed installation and the whole bringing it to top dead center stuff and adjust the ignition timing

Thanks for any help and have a good day.
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Thursday, August 1st, 2019 AT 3:41 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

This is not what you want this set up is for performance engines you need a regular HEI unit here is a link for $162.00

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013G0J9W/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=2carprcom-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B0013G0J9W&linkId=081efc3d750c7cc6a2d3eeb20ee6630c

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Friday, August 2nd, 2019 AT 12:46 PM
Tiny
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Thanks, any tips on installation and bringing the motor to top dead center?
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Saturday, August 3rd, 2019 AT 10:00 AM
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Yes, I have these instructions for you. Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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