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Old 01-24-2023, 06:17 PM   #39
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Default Re: Distributor outer cap gaskets on dome distributors

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Originally Posted by Seth Swoboda View Post
I have replaced these distributors with a car up in the air on a 2 post lift and the lower radiator splash shield removed. Either way a simple job takes a little longer. Although the look of the helmet distributor is worth it.

This is the way to do it. No messing with fan belt tightness, no backaches, no knuckle scrapes. Run the front wheels up on a curb if you don't have ramps.
Use a long headless bolt to assist in alignment till you have the other two bolts in place.
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