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Hot Rods Delco dizzy hold down for an 8BA timing cover/french block

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by johndee138, Oct 4, 2021.

  1. johndee138
    Joined: Jul 12, 2009
    Posts: 54

    johndee138
    Member
    from Atlanta GA

    Im installing a french block motor with a delco dizzy. 8BA timing cover. I had a 1/4-20 bolt tapped into the shaft housing for a hold down. this isn't gonna do it.
    There is a flat on the head adjacent but no hole for any sort of attachment device.
    This metal the block is made of is pretty stout stuff. I have to tap some holes for the oil filter and I'm afraid I'll break a tap in the hole.
    Any suggestions on what I need?
     
  2. coilover
    Joined: Apr 19, 2007
    Posts: 697

    coilover
    Member
    from Texas

    We never use the POS Loadamatic Ford distributor, even on a manure spreader engine. The external point adjustment Delco or electronic makes life much easier.

    8BA timing cover prepped
    IMG_4087.JPG

    Dist machined: IMG_4088.JPG

    Installed:
    IMG_4085.JPG
     
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  3. paleot
    Joined: Aug 29, 2011
    Posts: 232

    paleot
    Member
    from louisiana

    I have a timing cover modified like the one in the picture,free if you want it.also have a aluminum cover off of a mercury I think? email tfain@centurytel.net
     
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  4. 19Fordy
    Joined: May 17, 2003
    Posts: 8,366

    19Fordy
    Member

    Nicely done. Problem solved.
     

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