Re: 1947 Clipper 6 cyl distributor adjustment ?

Posted by Richard Taylor On 2008/10/19 21:12:58

From what I understand.The engine started running rough before you tuned the engine ? Points should be at 16 to 18 thousands.What did the old plugs look like ?Wet ?if so you may have carb trouble.Your distributor looks the same as mine and is pretty trouble free.Clean and refill the grease cup and give a turn in every couple of hundred miles.Add a few drops of engine oil to the wick just under the rotor.
Firing order is 153624 counter clockwise.Are the plug wire's correct ?
I wouldn't rule out a failing condensor,they have driven more than one mechanic to drink.