Re: [FWDLK] Distributor

[David Homstad <Dhomstad@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Garrett,

Yes, that distributor on eBay would fit. It looks like a piece of total junk
to me, with rusted out internals. The rust pitted cam lobes would file down
the points rubbing block in short order. I wouldn't waste my time if it were
free, including shipping!

You can use any distributor from any 318/340/360 A or LA series engine from
1956 up to the 70s, including the Chrysler Electronic (still available with
an installation kit), except the lean burn and computerized late model
stuff. There are literally millions of these in salvage yards all over the
country. Get one from a car that has the hood on and the cap intact. I would
look for one from the 60s. Earlier distributors (56 - 59) are harder to get
parts for and later (71 & up) ones start getting into the pollution control
years. You should also be able to get a reconditioned one from your local
auto parts store. The advance curve will probably be different than the
original, but a 60s version should work fine if you time your engine the
same as the car the distributor came from.

Dave Homstad
56 Dodge D500

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Subject: [FWDLK] Distributor

Hello everyone,

My dad is in need of a distributor for a 57 Plymouth 318.  First, if anyone
has one they'd be willing to get rid of, please let me know.

Second, I didn't think it would work, as I'm pretty sure its too old (and
because the auction says its too old), but does anyone know if the
distributor in this auction might work:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1815860412

It doesn't need to be anything spectacular, just something that will do its
job.
Price wise, I'm not sure what my dad wants to spend, but "less is more" if
you know what I mean.

Thanks in advance,

Garrett in Central Ohio

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