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Old 03-04-2017, 11:28 AM   #1
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Could you tell me the Difference in the "B, or "A Distributor cam.

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Old 03-04-2017, 11:44 AM   #2
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Longer dwell on the "B" cam gives hotter spark.
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Old 03-04-2017, 12:27 PM   #3
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B has longer ramp on opening
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Old 03-04-2017, 01:11 PM   #4
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The B cam has about 9 degrees more dwell and 4 distinct lines, while the A cam has 8 distinct lines where the rubbing block enters and leaves the lobes.
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Old 03-04-2017, 10:50 PM   #5
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Tom, that is a great photo and explanation of the two cams. I knew the B had more dwell and was the better choice but I did not know the visual differences. Thanks for posting this.
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Old 03-05-2017, 07:31 AM   #6
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Thanks Tom, that's why my A runs a lot better with the B cam.

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