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Old 04-12-2020, 12:54 PM   #1
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Default Does the crab and helmet use the same points?
I pickup up an adapter for a crab distributor that I want to use on my spare flathead and wondered if it uses the same points as my helmet. I have an extra points set for the helmet.
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Old 04-12-2020, 01:24 PM   #2
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I think so, if it is one of the later helmet jobs. There are people that are more expert, though who will give a more definitive answer.
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Yes
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Old 04-12-2020, 01:39 PM   #4
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The Long answer is :If it’s a 32-36 helmet the answer is no
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Helmet is on a '41. Thanks for the answers.
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Old 04-14-2020, 03:53 PM   #7
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The points you need are 4 part as opposed to the early 3 part 32 to 36 .
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