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MG MGA - Distributor wear

When I rebuilt the car nearly 10 years ago I replaced the worn out distributor with a modern equivalent. I often go back and look at the old one, give it a wiggle, note the worn bushes and think about converting it to electronic. The other options are to send it away to be reconditioned or try to replace the bushes myself. I have a decent selection of reamers but have yet to find a supplier who will sell me bushes.

Any thoughts on what to do? Anyone know where I can get the bushes?

Steve
Steve Gyles

Moss US sells the bushing for $109.00 US. Must be solid gold.
You may want to dissassemble the unit and check the shaft also, it is supprising how much a bronze bushing can wear a steel shaft. You may also want to check with a local machine shop, they may be able to make it for you at a more reasonable price.
John H

Steve

Send it to ALdon, they do a great job.

Dominic
dominic clancy

Thanks Dominic. I've dropped them an email for a quote.

Steve
Steve Gyles

This thread was discussed between 21/04/2006 and 22/04/2006

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