distributor base not flush intake base
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distributor base not flush intake base
There is a small gap (1/16" to 1/8") between the dizzy base and the intake base when I reinstalled it.
It's my understanding that this is not a problem with the 1990 V6 3.1L engine and adjusting the oil pump shaft with a screwdriver does not apply.
Do you guys agree with this? I don't want to screw this up. Is the small gap ok ?
It's my understanding that this is not a problem with the 1990 V6 3.1L engine and adjusting the oil pump shaft with a screwdriver does not apply.
Do you guys agree with this? I don't want to screw this up. Is the small gap ok ?
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Re: distributor base not flush intake base
The dizzy should sit against the block.
I can't think of a reason why it would sit up only a 1/16 to 1/8 inch.
The v6 does not use a slot to drive the oil pump, it uses a hex, 5/16" hex IIRC, but with the dizzy installed that far it is engaging the oil pump drive shaft.
It might be a good idea to pull it out and make sure there is nothing wedged or no build up of contaminants inside the dizzy gear.
I can't think of a reason why it would sit up only a 1/16 to 1/8 inch.
The v6 does not use a slot to drive the oil pump, it uses a hex, 5/16" hex IIRC, but with the dizzy installed that far it is engaging the oil pump drive shaft.
It might be a good idea to pull it out and make sure there is nothing wedged or no build up of contaminants inside the dizzy gear.
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Re: distributor base not flush intake base
i had to persuade the dizzy with a few taps with the rubber mallet. the car started and ran fine. i forgot to look at the oil pressure. i'll check the timing next.
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