Re: Ignition System Problems

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2014/5/1 22:32:16

There are 5 or 6 places in a distributor that require regular lubrication but very sparingly as, as you note, excess oil shortens point life. There are no seals, I'd say someone just oiled it to excess at some point. Why not just remove the distributor and give a thorough cleaning and check-up.

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