Getting Cam off Distributor ?

[JimTravis]

I'm having a problem getting the points cam off the distributor shaft. The hold-down screw was extremely tight and now that I have it off the cam it will not slide off the shaft. I'm putting new points in and want to reset the timing and remove the top plate. Any Suggestion???
Jim

 

[Gary WA]

lubricating oil and maybe some easy prying! Should slide up with ease!! Good Luck.

 

[JimTravis]

Got It !!
Put some PB-Blaster on it. Waited 15 minutes the preyed with screw drive while tapping cam with small hammer.
Thanks
Jim

 

[1931 flamingo]

Mix up some ATF and Acetone 50/50 and dribble it in.
Paul in CT