Re: [omc-boats] distributors

I did have trouble on the V6's - the distributor barely fits in as it
crowds the port head bolt - but as far as the shaft and drive gear - no
problem - the newer distributors fit right in. I did manage to get them
in though and once the timing is set you need not ever look at it again.
I like how the wiring is on the intake manifold - makes it easy to find
where I screwed up. Dave

Glenn Halweg wrote:

> I was thinking of going with a GM electronic but not sure what would
> fit my 1966 engine. When I changed the distributor in my 1973 Buick
> Apollo it was a snap as GM changed distributors to electronic in 1974.
> Anyhow I put plugs, points, rotor and distributor cap in today. Found
> the #4 and #5 wires crossed. This engine couldn't have seen many
> hours. Plugs and points looked like new. Pulled rocker covers no gummy
> build up at all.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: David
> To: omc-boats@...
> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 2:10 PM
> Subject: Re: [omc-boats] distributors
> Lee makes a good point (sic) on points, but I should
> mention that I have been using GM electronic distrubutors
> (even though they alter the stock look) for 20 years now and
> have never had one go out - I have known the conversion kits
> that others had (not in OMC boats) to fail, but my old GM
> distributors have yet to let me down. I have had points,
> resisters and coil problems with the original system, but
> must admit I have always been able to limp home. Dave
>
> Glenn Halweg wrote:
>
> > Going to stick with points for time being since I
> > already have a set. Found the same product here comparable
> > pricing free shipping. http://tinyurl.com/8xwek
>

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