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Offline KMW

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Distributor removal tips
« on: 04 September 2011, 09:25 »
Does anyone have any tips for removing a dizzy from a 2.0 8 valve engine?
I've soaked mine in WD40 rugged and tugged it but it won't budge, looks to be the original one so been in there for 14 yrs!
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Offline benvictors

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Re: Distributor removal tips
« Reply #1 on: 04 September 2011, 10:02 »
Tap around the base with a hammer or try tapping a flat head screwdriver inbetween the base of the dizzy and the block. They seal internally so dont worry about scratching/marking the surfce  :wink:
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Offline mattrobinson1982

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Re: Distributor removal tips
« Reply #2 on: 04 September 2011, 10:51 »
Put front of car on ramps then use a long screwdriver or a bar to tap up from underneath - works for me!
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Re: Distributor removal tips
« Reply #3 on: 04 September 2011, 12:28 »
The gearing on them is angled as well, so twist anti-clockwise (I think) whilst pulling it up.  :smiley:
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Re: Distributor removal tips
« Reply #4 on: 04 September 2011, 17:42 »
Cheers guys some good tips, will have another go tomorrow.
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