B model distributor
 

Does anybody know of a source for an overhaul kit for a B distributor? I found a good candidate for swapping the stock unit on my '30 Tudor.

Re: B model distributor
 

Renner's Corner used to be the "go to" place and I would assume they still are: (734) 428-8424. Remember when timing it the timing gear has the timing pin in a slightly different location.

Charlie Stephens

Re: B model distributor
 

X2 on Renner's Corner. http://www.rennerscorner.com/distributor.html

Re: B model distributor
 

Yep, that's where I get my b dist. parts

Re: B model distributor
 

IMO, the only place for a B distributor is in the trash bin. They are junk and I believe they are the reason so many B blocks end up cracked. They do not advance reliably and as we all know, an engine running retarded will run hot and that is what causes the cracks. I've heard it said that a thinner casting is responsible and I hold my opinion on that. Thin casting or not, when the distributor doesn't advance properly, the end result is a cracked block.
I have 3 of them and I can't see any reason to turn the place upside down to find them.
My advice is either use an A distributor or buy a later one that works. It'll be cheaper in the long run.

Re: B model distributor
 

I rebuilt a "B" dizzy using Renner's Corner parts. Good parts and great people to deal with.;) Unfortunately, I could never find the short in the distributor.:mad: I've never considered myself a mechanic, but a good parts changer.:rolleyes: I went back to the original later '31 dizzy which I also did some parts exchanging on it and it works fine.:)


Bob-A:D


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