C2 vacuum can replacement

[Randy S.]

Can the vacuum can be replaced on a small block without pulling the distributor?
Is there enough clearance for the pin on the plunger rod to go under the advance plate?

Randy

[Mike M.]

Re: C2 vacuum can replacement

way easier to pull distributor and clamp it in a vice to vemove the vac advance can. mike

[Joe R.]

Re: C2 vacuum can replacement

Yes, I believe that is possible. I'm pretty sure the vacuum can can be replaced without pulling the distributor shaft out of the distributor, which would be the only reason why removing the distributor would be mandatory.

However, as I recall it's a bit difficult to get the vacuum can screws in with the breaker plate partially in the way. Even if the distributer shaft can remain installed for the swap, the job would be easier with the distributor out of the car.

[Duke W.]

Re: C2 vacuum can replacement

I've heard some guys say the VAC and be changed without removing/disassembling the distributor and I believe them, but it's a little tricky.

However, if you don't know when the dist. was last overhauled (or maybe it's NEVER been overhauled), this is a good opportunity to remove it and give it a good cleaning and blueprinting along with swapping the VAC.

Duke

[Jim T.]

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[Wayne W.]

Re: C2 vacuum can replacement

I always do it that way. You just have to, as in the words of a well known NC State player, " Be Amphibious".

[Duke W.]

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Duke

[Jim T.]

Re: C2 vacuum can replacement

Corrected spelling on deleted post. Helpful information for distributor cleaning/rebuilding. www.tispecialty.com/articles/article6.htm