Ford — Breaker Point Gap Adjustment
Adjustments · Distributor breaker points
From a Ford service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Do not use engine oil to lubricate the distributor cam.
Procedure
- Check and adjust the breaker point alignment.
- Rotate the distributor until the rubbing block rests on the peak of a cam lobe.
- Insert the correct thickness blade of a clean feeler gauge between the breaker points.
- Adjust the points to the correct gap and tighten the screws.
- Clean the cam, then apply a light film of distributor cam lubricant C4AZ-19D530-A to the cam when new points are installed.
- Lubricate the felt under the rotor using two drops of engine oil.
- Set the ignition timing.
Tools required
- Feeler gauge Amazon
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Specs & values
- Contact Spacing 0.025
- Dwell Angle at Idle Speed 37°-41°
Source: Ford service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.