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can an 86 distributor be used in an 89 block?

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Old Nov 23, 2001 | 06:00 PM
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can an 86 distributor be used in an 89 block?

I will be replacing my 86 tpi 305 with an 89 tpi 350.Will the dist. from the 86 work in 89 roller block with no problems?
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Old Nov 23, 2001 | 06:29 PM
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You will have to change the wiring and remove the external coil. Yes it will work.

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Old Nov 24, 2001 | 12:36 AM
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You will also need to change the gear, as the '89 has a steel camshaft.

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Old Nov 25, 2001 | 05:30 PM
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