| ZOERA-SC7XX |
11-05-2009 05:14 PM |
I had the same problem two years ago when I bought my tank from ERA. When I mounted it, and it interfered with the MSD distributor, I asked Doug what to do about the problem. He just said he puts a pry bar between the tank and the block and gently 'tweaks' it away until he gets the required clearance. I did just that and although it's close, I've had no problems since.
Although the photo isn't a close up, it shows the relative 'tight squeeze' of the tank and distributor. I'm able to adjust the timing without any problems.
http://images34.fotki.com/v1125/phot...stalled-vi.jpg |
| ERA649 |
11-07-2009 06:21 PM |
I have the same set and had to make a spacer too, similar to the one in the photos, not a big deal to make.
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| KevinW |
01-05-2017 01:59 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by lineslinger
(Post 998431)
Without the spacer the edge of the E tank was just barely resting against one of the electrodes on the dizzy. It wouldn't take a much time for engine vibration to allow scoring of the rubber boot from the seam on the tank. As well I use the same oval air cleaner without problem.
This is the distance I accomplished
http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...0/143_4319.JPG
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I had the same problem with an Accel distributor and the Header tank. This thread resulted in me finding I had a spacer wedge supplied that wasn't flat, (so had leaked coolant everywhere)
So, just a quick thank you to all those that contributed to this thread some time ago, especially Lineslinger. Inspired, I went out and bought a drill press, and made my own spacer. I now have clearance issues resolved for various connections and can now spin the vacuum advance without scraping the header tank.
Great to have forums like this one! |
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