distributor removal

glassman · Wrench Necoa #: 673 Joined: Mar 05, 2003 Posts: 29

I need to remove the distributor on an 81 Elky 305 V8 with HEI distributor, no vacuum advance (ESC). What's the trick to loosening the distributor hold-down clamp? Special wrench needed?

I have to replace a faulty pickup coil that's affecting the timing dramatically.

2-Elkys · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 11:42 am Post subject:

They make a special wrench and it makes it easier but you do not have to have it.
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deangod · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 11:48 am Post subject:

Yeah, your local parts store (Autozone, NAPA, whatever) should carry the wrench you need. It's kind of L shaped and fits on a ratchet. I'm not sure what they might call it on the package... I've always called it a "distributor wrench", but that's probably not the official name.

glassman · Wrench Necoa #: 673 Joined: Mar 05, 2003 Posts: 29

Ok I got the distributor out using the "offset distributor wrench" from my local auto parts store. Now how do I get the roll pin out which holds the gear on the end. I've tried everything I know. I've used a nail set (too small), a screwdriver (too large). Is there a trick here or a tool I need?

87ElCamino · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 4:55 pm Post subject:

I use a drift punch.

Check this out: Using a drift punch

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glassman · Wrench Necoa #: 673 Joined: Mar 05, 2003 Posts: 29

Thanks, I'll see if I can find a drift punch at my local parts house. Looks like a handy tool for other uses too.