Ignition Distributors - Pivoted Plate: Disassembly: Reassembly

Check operation of centrifugal weights and inspect weight springs for distortion. Lubricate weights and inspect all bearing surfaces and pivot pins for roughness, binding or excessive looseness. Lubricate and install flat thrust washer. Position washer on distributor shaft and slide shaft into distributor body. Position lower thrust washer and drive collar on lower end of shaft, install retainer pin. Install contact plate assembly. Align condenser lead, contact point spring, primary lead and install attaching screw. Install felt wick in tip of cam. Install vacuum advance unit. Test breaker arm spring tension and adjust point gap. Lubricate felt pad with one drop of light engine oil and install rotor.