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Old Oct 1, 2024 | 10:13 AM
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Hello, does anyone have any tips on ignition condenser removal and install. What a pain. I’ve already lost 1 screw that stuck to magnet and went flying somewhere. Thank you.
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Don't remove the screw that holds the condenser bracket to distributor plate. Just loosen
the screw enough to slide the old condenser out, then slide the new condenser in. And a slotted screw holding screwdriver helps.
https://crawfordtool.com/products/ul...sd2p5013lIhwDt



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Thank you, wish I thought about that earlier. So much easier
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AC Delco used to make what they called a "uni-set". It was a point set and condenser integrated into a single unit. It's been so long since I dealt with a "point style" ignition, so I don't know if they still sell them, but it could be worth a look.....
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Still available: https://www.napaonline.com/en/search...ion&referer=v2




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Thanks everyone. So I’m using magnetic screwdriver then next thing I realize is screwdriver also also sticking to condenser and mini screw. Sure enough, screw goes flying of magnetic to who knows where? I’ll check the ulman, thanks everyone.
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That's the one!!

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Thanks, that’s great to know especially if the condensor screw hole gets damaged.
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