58custom223
Well-known member
Finished this little project yesterday and took the Ford for a drive. WOW! What a difference! We're not talking like adding Forced Air or anything, but the car really accelerates much better.
I really only needed 3 parts: 5/16" hex key, 1/4" nut driver for 5/16" bolt, and 17/32" drill bit (Fastenall).
Here are some pics AFTER I'd removed the 12-tooth cam gear from the LOM, drilled to 17/32", then installed on the BB distributor.
On the left is the BB: 5/16" v 1/4"
Measure from the base of the distributor to where distributor seats against the block. Mine was about 5-7/8" overall. Slip the nut driver over one end, insert into distributor drive, measure. Cut of until overall length is same as stock LOM.
Make sure all is REALLY lined up before epoxy, brazing, or welding.
OH! You will need the cap and rotor for the newer distributor. Swap wires, set timing, and adjust as needed. You're done!
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I really only needed 3 parts: 5/16" hex key, 1/4" nut driver for 5/16" bolt, and 17/32" drill bit (Fastenall).
Here are some pics AFTER I'd removed the 12-tooth cam gear from the LOM, drilled to 17/32", then installed on the BB distributor.
OH! You will need the cap and rotor for the newer distributor. Swap wires, set timing, and adjust as needed. You're done!
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