How do you reach your Dist. Screw?

[zZsKyZz]

I stripped my distributer wrench that is bent so I can get in there and now I can't seem to get back at the screw to loosen my distributer for my timing.. What tool do you guys use to get at it? I can't seem to fit anything in there.

Any ideas?

 

[parchisi]

I have a wrench that has a kinda Z shape so it will reach low, but I imagine a socket with that one swivel type attachment that will allow you to access a bolt from any angle would work too.

 

[zZsKyZz]

I have a wrench that has a kinda Z shape so it will reach low, but I imagine a socket with that one swivel type attachment that will allow you to access a bolt from any angle would work too.

Yeah, mine was like a Z, but it stripped... Damn 'made in china' tools..
I tried a socket, tried a rachet, a wrench... nothing wants to fit..

 

[final5-0]

I got a Dizzy Wrench

but honestly ........

I usually use a small box end wrench

I do not loosen or tighten the bolt with the motor running

I loosen it to where the dizzy will turn with a bit of effort
then
Bump the dizzy to set it.

That bolt will keep the dizzy stable when snug

It doesn't have to be ... really tight!

Grady

 

[zZsKyZz]

got it...just had to threaten it.

 

[Bosko5.0]

I had to adjust timing yesterday, I used a 1/2" open end wrench put it in between idley pulley and water pump, can only adjust bolt engine off, oh watch out area is hot!

 

[HISSIN50]

I use a 1/4" ratchet, short and long 1/4" extension and a 1/4" swivel joint.

 

[OrangeMustangGt]

I use a 1/4" ratchet, short and long 1/4" extension and a 1/4" swivel joint.

 

[SVTCobra306]

I use a long extension with a "wobble" end and a crow's foot open-end socket... I tighten mine with the motor running and a buddy on the timing light.

 

[Green 94 5.0]

I stripped my distributer wrench that is bent so I can get in there and now I can't seem to get back at the screw to loosen my distributer for my timing.. What tool do you guys use to get at it? I can't seem to fit anything in there.

Any ideas?

i bought a 1/2" 3/8 12pt swivel socket from sears years ago. that plus a small extension is all you need.