Based on industry interchange data
Sorensen vacuum control listings, the VC-319 and VC-566
are vacuum advance controls primarily designed for older General Motors
vehicles, typically featuring V8 engines with HEI (High Energy
Ignition)
or conventional distributors,
spanning pre-2010 models (mostly
1970s–1980s).
Sorensen VC-319 (Vacuum Advance Control)
This unit is widely listed for Chevrolet/GM V8 engines, often used with 305, 350, and 400 cubic inch engines.
- Chevrolet/GMC Trucks & Passenger Cars: Fits Chevy 350, Chevy 305, Chevy 400, and related GMC V8 models (pre-2010), particularly in the 1970s–1980s era.
- Applications: Often used in distributor assemblies found on 1975–1985 Chevrolet Chevelle, Camaro, Nova, Suburban, C10/C20, and G-series vans.
Sorensen VC-566 (Vacuum Advance Control)
This
unit often interchanges with other VC series units for similar GM
applications, including high-performance and standard distributor
setups.
- General Motors (Chevy/GMC): Applications are generally interchangeable with the VC-319 and VC-300 series.
- Common Usage: Fits GM passenger cars and light-duty trucks (1974–1988) equipped with 350ci (5.7L), 400ci (6.6L), and 454ci (7.4L) engines.
Based on manufacturer cross-references and historical application data for
Sorensen vacuum control (often listed under the
GP Sorensen or
Standard Motor Products brands), these parts primarily fit American-made vehicles from the 1960s through the early 1990s.
Sorensen VC-319 (Vacuum Advance / Control)
This unit is historically associated with heavy-duty and light-truck applications, specifically for Ford and General Motors vehicles.
- Ford / Mercury (Late 1960s - 1970s)
- Ford F-Series Trucks (F-100, F-250, F-350): 1968–1976 models with V8 engines (e.g., 360, 390 CID).
- Ford Bronco: 1968–1974.
- Mercury Monterey / Marquis: 1969–1972 models with large-block V8s.
- General Motors (Late 1960s)
- Chevrolet / GMC C/K Series Trucks: 1967–1970 (used primarily in high-torque or industrial distributor setups).
Sorensen VC-566 (Vacuum Control)
The VC-566
is a more specific application part, often used for emission control or
distributor advance on later carbureted or early fuel-injected
vehicles.
- General Motors (1980s)
- Buick Regal / LeSabre: 1980–1985 models (often the 3.8L V6 or 5.0L V8).
- Oldsmobile Cutlass / Delta 88: 1980–1986.
- Chevrolet Impala / Caprice: 1980–1985 (5.0L/305 V8 engines).
- GMC Jimmy / Chevrolet Blazer: 1981–1987 models equipped with vacuum-regulated advance systems.
- Jeep (Early 1980s)
- Jeep Wagoneer / J-10: 1980–1983 models with the 5.9L (360 CID) V8 engine.
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