distributor cover?
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From: Plainwell MI
distributor cover?
My '84 has a black plastic/ rubber flap with a ground strap on it over the top of the distributor cap. It is kind of in the way. Is that a required piece or can I just take it off?
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When I got my '84 that distributor cover was missing. Car ran fine with out it. I looked long and hard to find that cover (finally did) and now it's on my car. If you remove yours - be sure to hang on to it as they are hard to come by (one year only part).
I agree - it does tend to get in the way. But I do like that stock look, so I deal with it.
Hopefully others will chime in, but I don't think it's necessary to have it. Most likely there to protect the distributor from water and such.
Chris
I agree - it does tend to get in the way. But I do like that stock look, so I deal with it.
Hopefully others will chime in, but I don't think it's necessary to have it. Most likely there to protect the distributor from water and such.
Chris
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It's actually an RFI shield but if you ain't liking it remove it. If it's complete with the foil lining and ground-strap they're offered frequently on eBay for $70+
