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Old 12-05-2013, 03:53 PM   #10
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Default Re: first distributor timing attempt

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Originally Posted by Fred K-OR View Post
Dick,

I found on one of my cap bodies, that the spark arm hit the edge of the slot for it and thus the body would not sit solid. You may want to check that and if it is a problem, just file out a bit of it.
Fred, I don't think it's a good idea to file the distributor body. That gap limits the movement of the spark advance to correct specs. If the upper plate arm is hitting the disributor body, the problem lies with the position of the spark rod, and that's what needs to be corrected. Allowing the spark rod to move too much by filing the body can have a detrimental effect on your timing, and ultimately potentially on your main bearings.
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