Vortec Distributor Cap Screws

The screws that hold the cap on the distributor are very course threads and the head of one of the screws broke as i was replacing my original old cap for the new one i purchased from amazon.

Vortec distributor cap screws.

When you look at the spark plug wire terminals you ll see unusual wear patterns. Got is soaking right now. I had to drill out what was left of the screw and retread the one. Just a bit to get a hold of on top.

I bought this hoping to get quality screws cause i lost one of the original ones. The issue stems from failure of the housing that in turn allows the distributor shaft bushing to wear out. Your order may be eligible for ship to home and shipping is free on all online orders of 35 00. A team performance complete distributor compatible with chevy gm efi vortec 1996 2002 small block 5 0l 5 7l 305 350 tahoe c1500 k1500 c2500 k2500 black cap 4 3 out of 5 stars 148 39 99.

Maybe mine is just old and brittle. Broke a screw off and had to remove distributor and drill out. Acpulse ignition distributor cap rotor screws kit v8 brass terminals for chevy gmc cadillac isuzu 5 0l 5 7l reference number dr474 dr331 4 5 out of 5 stars 54 18 99 18. The aluminum housing will prevent stripping out the distributor cap retaining screws which is a common problem with the stock housing.

In addition you ll also see damage to the distributor rotor. I didn t over tighten it or anything. The housing is polished for a high tech look and the brass terminal cap and rotor is included. Trying to reinstall my distributor cap and the threaded hole in the distributor that the screw for the distributer cap goes into broke.

Threads still in hole. Should have soaked screws with wd 40 but didnt first screw came out ok second hold down screw busted off. Stripped distributor cap hold down screws. I d think it would be more durable.

Order distributor cap screw bolt for your vehicle and pick it up in store make your purchase find a store near you and get directions. 4 3 liter chevy s10 pickup went to remove dist. The new vortec distributor is the same dimensions as stock and the factory wiring will plug right in. To verify vortec engine distributor problem set the code you simply remove the distributor cap.

Good quality cap but cheap screws. I recommend using the originals. I now realize that it s plastic. 4 stars cause of soft hold down screws.

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