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distributor question

Old May 2, 2003 | 08:10 PM
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distributor question

Will a computer controlled distributor fit and work correctly in an older engine that had a non computer controlled distributor?
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Old May 2, 2003 | 08:21 PM
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fit yes work no
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Old May 2, 2003 | 08:25 PM
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Car: 94 s10, 97 s10
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Is there a way to make it work?
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Old May 2, 2003 | 09:31 PM
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Use a computer
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Old May 2, 2003 | 09:43 PM
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Sorry guys, I worded that question poorly. I have an 89 RS, the motor is very tired. I have a fresh older 305 that does not have a computer controlled distributor. Can I put a computer controlled distributor in this older engine to use in my RS? I will be keeping the computer and everything, just a motor swap
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Old May 2, 2003 | 09:51 PM
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Yes, that will work just fine. Drop in. Depending on what motor it is you may have other issues though (intake bolts, flywheel / flex plate bolt pattern, oil dipstick)
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