Dielectric grease in distributer?

[Dwd14329]

At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

 

[Bruce (VA)]

The only grease inside the distributor should be on the leading edge of the cam. And just a slight dab.

I've never used dielectric grease. NAPA carries the correct cam lube. This tube will be around for your grandkids to use on the tractor 40 years from now.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/ECHML1
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[Jim.ME]

(quoted from post at 09:00:02 12/28/23) At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

I only use a tiny dab of Distributor Cam Grease on the rubbing block of the points to lube the cam where the block rides on it, you do not want it throwing off. Again, only a tiny dab, I bought a 4 oz. tube of Delco Remy distributor cam grease about 60 years ago and from what I have used so far, it should last my family for the next 200 years. I don't use dielectric grease anywhere inside a distributor. You want to minimize anything that may collect dirt inside a distributor. Others may vary.

 

[Dwd14329]

Understood! Thanks Jim and Bruce!

 

[Dean]

Nowhere.

 

[Dwd14329]

(quoted from post at 06:19:22 12/28/23)

(quoted from post at 09:00:02 12/28/23) At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

I only use a tiny dab of Distributor Cam Grease on the rubbing block of the points to lube the cam where the block rides on it, you do not want it throwing off. Again, only a tiny dab, I bought a 4 oz. tube of Delco Remy distributor cam grease about 60 years ago and from what I have used so far, it should last my family for the next 200 years. I don't use dielectric grease anywhere inside a distributor. You want to minimize anything that may collect dirt inside a distributor. Others may vary.

Dang! How old are you Jim? I would have been 4 yrs old at that time.

 

[Dwd14329]

(quoted from post at 06:48:50 12/28/23) Nowhere.

Got it! I'm learning friend. My train of thought was minimizing corrosion build up, such as points tips, condenser connection, coil tab, etc...., where moisture could cause corrosion. Just thinking about preventative maintenance. What makes sense is the cam lobe to eliminate drag and wear. And yes, it would collect dirt, so all is good now.

This post was edited by Dwd14329 on 12/28/2023 at 05:58 am.

 

[Bruce(OR)]

Putting dielectric grease on the electrical connections can stop electrical current flow inside the dist. I generally apply it to the plug wire connectors going to the dist cap and ign coil. That will greatly reduce if not eliminate corrosion on the plug wire ends which can lead to problems.

 

[Dwd14329]

Putting dielectric grease on the electrical connections can stop electrical current flow inside the dist. I generally apply it to the plug wire connectors going to the dist cap and ign coil. That will greatly reduce if not eliminate corrosion on the plug wire ends which can lead to problems.

Good point, thanks Bruce

 

[henryv11]

At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

om the cam

 

[lha]

The only grease inside the distributor should be on the leading edge of the cam. And just a slight dab.

I've never used dielectric grease. NAPA carries the correct cam lube. This tube will be around for your grandkids to use on the tractor 40 years from now.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/ECHML1

75 Tips

I have a tube of Mallory point cam grease that I bought for my '73 Ford pickup and have been using little dabs for 50 years now. I can barely tell what the tube says,but there is still plenty left.

 

[Eman85]

The only grease in the distributor is a very small amount at the rubbing block for the points at it's leading edge side so it lubes the cam and rubbing block. Some point sets used to come with a small capsule of it. I too have a tube of Delco grease from when every car had points.

 

[Tim PloughNman Daley]

At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

NO! DIELECTRIC GREASE IS THE WRONG STUFF. Standard Ignition SL-2, or ECHLIN ML-1 is right and point kits used to come with a small tube. NAPA should stock both. The TISCO Front Mount Kit, p/n ATK-6FF also comes with a tube as well. Instruction sheet shows position. Use a very minimal amount and only on cam part shown. Use STANDARD IGNITION/BLUE STREAK POINTS, #FD-6769X, the TISCO KIT, or CNH p/n 87744524 set for known quality. The ECHLIN CS-35 points used to be good but no longer can be gapped right.

 

[Dwd14329]

NO! DIELECTRIC GREASE IS THE WRONG STUFF. Standard Ignition SL-2, or ECHLIN ML-1 is right and point kits used to come with a small tube. NAPA should stock both. The TISCO Front Mount Kit, p/n ATK-6FF also comes with a tube as well. Instruction sheet shows position. Use a very minimal amount and only on cam part shown. Use STANDARD IGNITION/BLUE STREAK POINTS, #FD-6769X, the TISCO KIT, or CNH p/n 87744524 set for known quality. The ECHLIN CS-35 points used to be good but no longer can be gapped right.

NO! DIELECTRIC GREASE IS THE WRONG STUFF. Standard Ignition SL-2, or ECHLIN ML-1 is right and point kits used to come with a small tube. NAPA should stock both. The TISCO Front Mount Kit, p/n ATK-6FF also comes with a tube as well. Instruction sheet shows position. Use a very minimal amount and only on cam part shown. Use STANDARD IGNITION/BLUE STREAK POINTS, #FD-6769X, the TISCO KIT, or CNH p/n 87744524 set for known quality. The ECHLIN CS-35 points used to be good but no longer can be gapped right.

Understood! Thanks

 

[Tall T]

At what points inside the distributer should dielectric grease be applied? I don't see this in the maintenance manual, unless I missed it.

My routine for cleaning up under the dist cap:
I use a sharp blade to chip the oxidation skin from the dist cap poles inside the cap. (steel wool inside the towers)
I use 600 emery lightly on the rotor tip
I use a dab of sylglyde at the little felt block that rides the cam, or the leading edge of the point cam follower. The felt block keeps lubing the cam but also keeps the rotating cam from throwing any grease outward.
I rotate the engine until the points are closed and draw a narrow two sided fold of 600 emery through the points.
Steel wool and/or clean the brass spring tab on top of the rotor.

 

[Dwd14329]

My routine for cleaning up under the dist cap:
I use a sharp blade to chip the oxidation skin from the dist cap poles inside the cap. (steel wool inside the towers)
I use 600 emery lightly on the rotor tip
I use a dab of sylglyde at the little felt block that rides the cam, or the leading edge of the point cam follower. The felt block keeps lubing the cam but also keeps the rotating cam from throwing any grease outward.
I rotate the engine until the points are closed and draw a narrow two sided fold of 600 emery through the points.
Steel wool and/or clean the brass spring tab on top of the rotor.

I did clean it up as you did but used a dollar bill between points. Tips from members! Believe it or not my entire issue after chasing rabbits for 3 days was the new coil I bought was bad. Frustrates us because we ohm it out and think it's good but that's my fault...bought cheap parts. I ended up learning alot though. Ignition system, charging system, fuel system and valves/piston training which I knew nothing about. This forum is great, and thank you as well.