distributor oiler
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dmsfrr
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Not seeing or knowing for sure which distributor you have is a disadvantage but,
if you can remove and replace the plug without damaging it you should use it to oil the distributor shaft. The plastic plug is likely a cheap substitute for the original spring-loaded metal cap.
If you can post a couple photos of the inside & outside of the distributor or include the casting/part number that may help avoid confusion. Do you know that it's actually a '57 distributor, or were you told that it is? It may or may not make a difference.
if you can remove and replace the plug without damaging it you should use it to oil the distributor shaft. The plastic plug is likely a cheap substitute for the original spring-loaded metal cap.
If you can post a couple photos of the inside & outside of the distributor or include the casting/part number that may help avoid confusion. Do you know that it's actually a '57 distributor, or were you told that it is? It may or may not make a difference.
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KULTULZ
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Are you the gentleman that had another member here pump up your 272 with earlier engine parts and a 1956 dual diaphragm LOM DIST?
What DUAL ADVANCE DIST was used to replace the LOM?
paul2748
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I think he is referring to the dual vacuum cans used on 56 Fords, although he said he had a 55.
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Daves55Sedan
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I don't know if it has already been said, but the engine will not perform correctly by dropping in a '57 and later distributor with mechanical advance unless you ALSO replace the original loadomatic carburetor with a '57 or later style carb.
That may cause other issues; such as having to swap intake manifolds and/or carburetor mechanical linkage and do all the adjustments, depending upon whether or not you have 2-bbl or 4-bbl carb and manual or Ford-o-matic transmission.
That may cause other issues; such as having to swap intake manifolds and/or carburetor mechanical linkage and do all the adjustments, depending upon whether or not you have 2-bbl or 4-bbl carb and manual or Ford-o-matic transmission.
dmsfrr
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cvicky, here's the reason why...
The vacuum timing advance canister(s) on a '56 or earlier Loadomatic distributor needs a vacuum signal of 0 to 5 inches of vacuum to control the timing correctly. The '56 and earlier carburetors provide that.
The vacuum canister on a '57+ distributor uses 5 to 20 inches of vacuum, provided by a '57 or newer carburetor.
By itself the mechanical timing advance of a '57+ distributor is a big step forward compared to the earlier distributors, having the vacuum canister working correctly helps even more.
If the engine currently has one of the older carburetors it may be possible to modify it to provide the vacuum levels needed for a '57+ distributor. See this link...
http://www.eatonbalancing.com/2013/...four-barrel-carb-for-late-model-distributors/
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dmsfrr
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Yes it will work, but unless the carb is modified neither fitting will supply the right vacuum level for a '57+ distributor.
Casco is a parts supplier that specializes in '55/'57 T-Birds, but many of the parts are interchangeable.
at this link...
https://www.classictbird.com/
The replacement distributor oiler cap paul2748 mentioned...
https://www.classictbird.com/Oil-Cup-Cover-Distributor-Replacement-1-Per-car/productinfo/310141S/
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dmsfrr
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Back in reply # 7 there is a link to an article from Eaton Balancing with the step-by-step How-To...
I don't have one of the Holley 4000 teapot carbs and haven't done the modification.
"dual vacuum distributor" Is this the type you're talking about? First three photos below...
This version is specific to '56.
A '55 intake manifold and 4bbl carburetor will look like the ones shown in the fourth photo.
Especially notice the location of the choke thermostat on the intake manifold.
Last photo... a '57 distributor
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cvicky
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yes carb and distributor look very close and I finally read eatons distributor thx
im just learning computer and Ford barn I wish I would have met you 4 years ago
the coil was no good contradicting all tests t pot was gummed up and seezed
and the distributor well … still I night mare oh and who ever adjusted valves
0 compression #4 cylinder #7 about 90 now they are all over 120 thx again
im just learning computer and Ford barn I wish I would have met you 4 years ago
the coil was no good contradicting all tests t pot was gummed up and seezed
and the distributor well … still I night mare oh and who ever adjusted valves
0 compression #4 cylinder #7 about 90 now they are all over 120 thx again
cvicky
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yes I compared pics to my 57 distributor and t pot carb they are the same
someone earlier was saying dual vacuum was only in 56
my car is defenatly a 55 Fairlane the letters on the block indicate 272 even though the paperwork I got from estate says 292 everything else cheques out
someone earlier was saying dual vacuum was only in 56
my car is defenatly a 55 Fairlane the letters on the block indicate 272 even though the paperwork I got from estate says 292 everything else cheques out
dmsfrr
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It may be the wrong cap for the distributor??? I believe the caps for '56 and older are slightly smaller than the '57 and newer caps, they aren't the same size.
Please look closer at these two pictures. The distributor with the double sided vacuum canister is only '56.
It has a pair of visible springs inside (1st photo) and a different style rotor than the '57/'59 version. (2nd photo)
Which one are you referring to as trying to use on the engine?
It's not directly related to which distributors you have but,
which letters on the block tell you it's a 272 and where are they located?
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cvicky
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my dual vacuum distributor has 2 springs and a large rotar FTD12127-B2 634 came on my 55 Fairlane
my second distributor single canister with bent arm and silver plates inside small rotar markings are worn off will work with adjustments on T pot
engine code ECG 16 top back of engine left of distributor
this is my 3rd attempt to reply
leaning computer LOL
my second distributor single canister with bent arm and silver plates inside small rotar markings are worn off will work with adjustments on T pot
engine code ECG 16 top back of engine left of distributor
this is my 3rd attempt to reply
leaning computer LOL
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dmsfrr
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FYI, the distributor in your first photo is a '56 specific version, with a points conversion kit installed.
"ECG" next to the hole for the distributor is for a '55 to '57 272 block cast in Dearborn. (first photo below)
There is an engine block casting number chart at this link...
http://ford-y-block.com/Block%20identification.htm
The carburetor in your third and forth photos is a bit hard to see overall, but it may be a '56. There are part numbers on the rear of the carb's base-plate. A '56 4bbl carb has the choke thermostat mounted on the passenger side. (photo 2)
The number across the back of the intake manifold behind the carburetor might be ECZ-9425-A ???
Yes a ('55 or) '56 4bbl carburetor can be modified to work with the newer '59 / '64 distributor shown in your second photo. See this Eaton Balancing link...
http://www.eatonbalancing.com/2013/...four-barrel-carb-for-late-model-distributors/
A '55 4bbl carburetor has the choke thermostat mounted low on the intake manifold. (photo 3)
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