[Healeys] Question

[Bob Spidell]

Hmmmmm .... does that mean if you have a Pertonix or other electronic ignition 
the oil isn't necessary?


Bob


Oudesluys wrote:
> Bob,
> The felt is often missing and in my opinion not really a neccessity if 
> you check the distributor regularly and at the same time add a drop of 
> oil (3in1)on that spot. It is for lubricating the top lobed part that 
> rotates on the distributor shaft when the timing is adjusted by the 
> weights / springs. At the same time add a drop of oil onto the pivoting 
> and sliding points of the weights and springs using light oil (3in1), 
> this is often forgotten.
> Presumably the felt should release some oil to lubricate when soaked, at 
> least that is the theory. If it realy works like that long term???????
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL



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