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Old 20-11-07, 14:05
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In the unlikely event anyone knows of one for sale, I am looking for the machine to set the points correctly on a V8 Ford, Truck type Lucas Distributor.

I believe the British model was made by Churchill tools.

I have been offered the loan of one, but if there is one for sale at a sensible price I would be interested to know.
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Old 20-11-07, 15:57
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In the unlikely event anyone knows of one for sale, I am looking for the machine to set the points correctly on a V8 Ford, Truck type Lucas Distributor.

I believe the British model was made by Churchill tools.

I have been offered the loan of one, but if there is one for sale at a sensible price I would be interested to know.
Here is every thing you will need to set up..

http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...48_221-239.htm
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Old 20-11-07, 18:05
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This is the type of Distributor I will be using.
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Old 20-11-07, 23:08
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Neil,

In my experience, with the Lucas distributor, a fixture tool is not required. The tool was neccesary on US and Canadian engines, because the distributors used had fixed bodies, the points back plate having to be located in correct position so that when the distributor was bolted back on the engine, it was timed correctly.

With the Lucas one, it is timed by moving the distributor, points can be set up conventionally, I used info from a British Univ. Carrier manual. The Churchill tool could be for the US/Canadian distributors, even then there is a procedure, using a steel rule, that is very effective, if fixture is not available.
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Old 22-11-07, 09:28
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Richard

I have always set the points on Lucas Distributers without the aid of a jig as well, but the 1942 Armoured O.P. Carrier MK111 Manuel does show one in use.

Quite what effect if any not using one has I will leave to others better qualified to comment on.
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Old 22-11-07, 10:09
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I have always set the points on Lucas Distributers without the aid of a jig as well, but the 1942 Armoured O.P. Carrier MK111 Manuel does show one in use.

Neil,

That is strange, because I have the British Carrier manual covering all Marks, inc. OP Mk3, dated Jan 43 and amended to April 45 and there is no mention of the tool. But, if you have one available, it is worth using...........just seems it may not be absolutely necessary on Lucas dist. unlike the US or Canadian ones.
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Old 22-11-07, 17:50
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Richard

The section at the top of the page refers to dismantling and reassembly of the distributor. It talks about using the jig if there is any "difficulty in distinguishing the timing marks on the movable plate". Perhaps this is when the Jig is required on this type of Distributer.

If your manual does not cover disassembly there would be no need to refer to the Jig.
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Old 22-11-07, 20:52
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If your manual does not cover disassembly there would be no need to refer to the Jig.
Hi Neil,

Actually, this is the Workshop Instruction Book, Chilwell Cat. No. 63/63. It covers full dismantling and the only tool required, is one that can be locally produced, a timing tool consisting of an old spark plug with a sliding rod in it, to determine piston positions.

For unit or field repairs, it makes sense not to rely on special tools as they may not be readily available when needed.

I would think that your manual is the small Service Instruction Book for the OP Mk3, dated Sept 1942, Chilwell Cat. No. 63/29 ?
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Old 23-11-07, 08:54
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Richard

You have the correct manual.

It does describe your method as well for use when the jig is not available.
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I just read this thread so I went to the back shed and took these pix of the ultimate flattie distributor adjustment device. I bought it at an auction years ago and have never tried it out. I'll have to dig it out this winter and see how it works.
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Old 30-11-07, 00:00
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You bolt the distributor down and there's a motor to drive it so you can even set the dwell. There's sockets for testing radio tubes too and who knows what all else.
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1942 cab 13 F15A with 2B1 box
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