1959 distributor removal

[mo1959]

Hi
We just rebuilt the engine and have it all back in and running.
We are getting oil out of the distributor opening all around the distributor.
Is there room to lift the distributor out as it is under the fire wall cowling.

Anyone ever remove this distributor with the engine in the car?

Any advise will help.

Thanks

[Gabe Davis]

Hi,

Yes, you can remove the distributor from the engine when in place in the car. I did this to do a little rehab and paint. Just be sure to remove the cap to gain a little more room.

I had oil leaking in this area at one point as well and it turned out to be a cracked oil pressure sensor. I replaced that and the leak went away.

[mo1959]

Thanks