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#13479 01/12/2005 9:09 PM
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I just changed the intake manifold on a 64 283 SB Chev from the stock 4bbl to a weiand 8004. Everything went well until I attempted to put in the distributor.

Everything seemed to go OK & it engaged with no problem but there's about 1/2" gap between the distributor seal ring & the top of the manifold where it should rest. I've tried everything to get it to drop that extra 1/2" but no joy.

Do I not have it in all the way? Or is there a difference in the height of the manifold at this seal point? The new intake is already bolted in (of course) & I can't really tell if there's a height difference. If there is, can it be shimmed?

I've never bumped into this situation before so any "adult supervision" is welcome!

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Disregard! I finally figured out the problem. It wasn't anything to do with the distributor or the manifold. The mechanic (that'd be me) had his head inserted in an incorrect orfice!

Dang, I hate being stupid! It slows down the whole dang process!

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stuff happens, I once ruined a good engine because I did not get the drain cock tight enough after putting antifreeze in it,,, got hot on the way home at 4:oo am , as it was dark and my gauges were not real bright I did not notice till to late, smoke and just stop running, this was in my 70 international half-ton,,,you caught yours before any harm so I would not say you are stupid,,,just an over-site,,regards,,see ya down the road,,,Fred


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