Milesmor Timing Device

[56thunderbird]

Has any one have instructions for a Milesmor New Departure V8 device? On the dial that turns the distributor it has "sparks " ,then " BPC " and next " FPC" . I am guessing BPC & FPC refer to the sets of contacts closing ? Thanks

 

[Lawrie]

BPC = breaking points close
FPC= firing points close
Take note of the 34 dec etc to set them up.
If you want more info let me know as I use mine all the time,
Lawrie

 

[56thunderbird]

Lawrie, Thanks for your post. The "34 dec etc " ,what are you referring to , I have never used this thing before !!! Cheers

 

[Lawrie]

34 deg is the dwell, and is marked on the face down by the FPC and BPC lines.let me know if you want a pic.
lawrie

 

[RogerM]

There are two types of Milesmor tools, instructions are similar in most (not all) respects. Attached are photos of original pre 42 instructions. Not sure if they are readable.

Just in case, the link below to the Queensland Early Ford V8 Club website has a clearer set of instructions for both the pre and post 42 types.

http://earlyfordv8qld.org/test2/23-tech-3

On the website, select the Tech Tips area for instructions for both types of Milesmor. Hope that helps.

regards

Roger

 

[Lawrie]

Thanks Rodger,I,m in the QLD club,and will print some off.
Lawrie

 

[pooch]

What holds the points rotating plate in ?

I removed the adjusting screw from the 2 o'clock position and the plate rotates, but not out.

Crab dizzy.

 

[RogerM]

For the crab and pre 42 type distributors, the timing plate is held in by a large wire ring type retainer – easily removed with a screw driver. If you don't have an IPB, check out this website below - the section titled “V8 Distributors & Ignition Wiring” has drawings. The ring is number 12146

http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_drawings_electrical.htm
or
http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/FH_images/FH_engine-pics/Flathead_Distributor_1942to44.JPG

regards

Roger

 

[56thunderbird]

Many thanks to all that replied to this thread , have printed off info and " timed - up " Thanks

 

[Teltruck]

Any chance of getting a picture of the unit your referring too. Would really appreciate it.. Thanks very much.
Bob

 

[56thunderbird]

Have tried my best to attach the pics. Please let me know if you get them.

 

[Teltruck]

Greats pictures! Thanks very much.
Bob