Im pretty new to distributor service, did it one time to my 63 nova with a different 6 cyl distributor and different internals, so this ones a little different.

I took off the cap/rotor which were in pretty good shape, but then I removed the points which definitely had some corrosion and transfer on em (my manual tells me how to read the metal transfer by which point received it in relation to too small or large dwell or too weak/strong condensor, but all it says for adjustment is to adjust them while its running through the little window).

Now im going to the parts store for the new points, and I can adjust em while the cars running with a dwell meter, but what should I do before the new ones go in? just slap new ones in and start it? all tips and advice are helpful!

 

Shoot for 0.020" gap
thickness of the matchbook cover

When running, dwell of 30 degrees +/- 2 is the spec

This is easily achieved by turning the hex tool inward [CW] until the the engine misfires, then back CCW 1/2 turn.

 

Lube the dist cam.

 

When you 1st put them in make sure they will open and close when dist cam turns else engine wont start. Then you can use the dwell meter and adjust while running

 

Remember dwell effects timing but timing does not effect dwell. So set your timing after you get your dwell to 30.