Hi Mel,
It is possible that the number one cylinder is on TDC exhaust stroke
rather than on the power stroke. Check that the valves on #1 are fully
closed & show some lash. If not, turn the engine over another revolution
& the distributor should plug in correctly.
For that matter, If you don't want to check the valve lash, this is
almost certainly the case. Turn the engine over another revolution, plug
the distributor in, & give it a try.
Dave Russell
BN2
Mel Brunet wrote:
> Healey Enthusiasts
>
> My car is a 67 BJ8 39749
>
> I need some help with reinstalling my distributor. Does it only go
> in one way or can it be installed 180 degrees out? I can only
> install mine one way and the rotor is pointing 180 degrees away from
> the #1 cylinder on the cap. I have positioned the the crank pulley
> notch to the arrow on the timing chain cover indicating TDC and
> piston is at the top in #1. The distributor drive is in the
> "twenty-to-two" position.
>
> Any informed help would be appreciated.
>
>
> Mel Brunet 67 BJ8 39749
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