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Old 03-17-2021, 07:43 PM   #1
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Default 3 bolt to 2 bolt distributor adapter

Would like to purchase a crab style distributor for my 59A 24 stud engine. Need a 2 to 3 bolt adapter on timing cover. Speed Way, VanPelt and Joe's Antiques are out of them and everything is backordered.
Has anyone purchased one lately ?. ........... Thanks
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Old 03-17-2021, 08:00 PM   #2
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I need one too..
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Old 03-18-2021, 10:38 AM   #3
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when you get one, check the fit before thinking you are ready to bolt it down. mine, and others, have had to file off a bit...i think the corner of the vacuum boss, i forget, but look it over.
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Old 03-18-2021, 10:44 AM   #4
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Check with Third Gen Automotive, C and G Parts, or All Ford Parts.
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Old 03-18-2021, 10:51 AM   #5
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I just fitted one and I did file the corner of the vacuum boss off. I bought mine 10 years ago so can't help on supplier.
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Old 03-18-2021, 11:14 AM   #6
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I’ve sandcast my own in aluminum but since I’m in Sweden I guess that’s to no help
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Old 03-18-2021, 12:06 PM   #7
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Here's a super nice one that you can count on fitting properly.

eBay item number:124637088858
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Old 03-18-2021, 12:49 PM   #8
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Default Re: 3 bolt to 2 bolt distributor adapter

Not to hijack but for information.
Can you use a 2 bolt plate instead of the 3 bolt plate or is there more to it than that?
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Old 03-18-2021, 12:53 PM   #9
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#8...the crab is deeper so even with a 2 bolt cover you'll still need a spacer.
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Old 03-18-2021, 12:53 PM   #10
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Not to hijack but for information.
Can you use a 2 bolt plate instead of the 3 bolt plate or is there more to it than that?
There's more to it than that. The shaft on the distributor that engages the end of the camshaft is longer on '42 - '48 distributors. Thus, the need to "space" it away from the cam.
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Old 03-18-2021, 12:56 PM   #11
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Thanks all. Great help.
Now I know.
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Old 03-18-2021, 01:13 PM   #12
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Re using a 2 bolt plate. Yes you can, but you need a spacer to set the distributer out by the difference between a short cam and a long cam. It's a bit simpler than the 3 to 2 bolt adaptor.
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Old 03-18-2021, 01:40 PM   #13
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I'm confused. The OP stated he is looking for a crab dist for his 59A engine. The 59A engine has a crab dist standard unless somebody installed an early 3 bolt front cover.
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Old 03-18-2021, 02:46 PM   #14
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I'm confused. The OP stated he is looking for a crab dist for his 59A engine. The 59A engine has a crab dist standard unless somebody installed an early 3 bolt front cover.
My thoughts exactly. It must not truly be a 59A, maybe a 39-41 24 stud?
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Old 03-18-2021, 02:48 PM   #15
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Old 03-18-2021, 02:49 PM   #16
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Default Re: 3 bolt to 2 bolt distributor adapter

This is the timing cover and Helmet Distributor on my 59A engine. I,m not sure of the year other than it is a 24 stud engine. I bought it "as is " and am attempting to get it running with a reconditioned crab distributor

thanks for all the help and information
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Old 03-18-2021, 03:08 PM   #17
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Sending a pm with address, thinking your fairly close by...I got one of those kicking around in my V8 pile-O-parts.

Probably will not use it on my pigpen flathead project so hope to help you get yours running. Scott
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Old 03-18-2021, 03:56 PM   #18
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Some pictures of my adapter on the "pigpen", will get it mailed out to you Jake.

Makes it especially nice knowing it will contribute to keeping a Walt Dupont built Flathead running again
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Old 03-18-2021, 04:10 PM   #19
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You can see the area of the vac port that needs filing. It's very close to the hex on the vac brake.
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Old 03-18-2021, 05:35 PM   #20
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Jake,
Check your e mail....I found adapters as well.
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