dbtravis Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 On my 1917 roadster, before I button up the engine, I figured I’d take the distributor housing off to check the advance weights. I found them caked with sticky and somewhat hard grease (see photo) so I’m soaking it overnight in some cleaner solution. I haven’t found anything in the book on proper lubrication for these. It seems that eventually some grease from the distributor drive gear will migrate over, but should I put it back together with any grease on them? Just a light oil? Dry? I’m unsure what’s recommended. Thanks in advance, I appreciate everyone’s help on here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 (edited) I would use a light oil. Edited March 7, 2022 by JFranklin (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minibago Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 Would a spray with silicon lubricant help with lubrication without being a dirt and dust magnet? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearchoclatetown Posted March 8, 2022 Share Posted March 8, 2022 Make sure after it is clean there aren't any grooves worn that will cause weights to stick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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