I like Mark's idea. Another option would be to put a square socket on the top end of the distributor shaft and use one of the flex extensions. I got one for 1/4 square drive which would work well for this application.
Kevin 1951 Chevy 3100 work truck Follow this saga in Project Journal Photos 1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car) Busting rust since the mid-60's If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.