oil in distributor

David Karr · May 5, 2011

does anyone know wat is used to keep engin oil out of the distributor? I have an 1952 a cub

msb · May 5, 2011

Most have a spiral cut on the shaft that deflects the oil back down as the shaft spins. Take the shaft out and clean the groves.

Billy Shafer · May 5, 2011

I agree groves could be clogged up. Also check the crankcase breather on some engines. If it is clogged it will force oil where it should not be.

Bob · May 5, 2011

Specifically WHAT is an "a cub"?

IH made an "A" and a "Cub", but (AFAIK, NOT an "A Cub") and the "A" engine and the "Cub" engine are COMPLETELY different.

Jerry/MT · May 5, 2011

ake sure the crankcase vent tube isn"t clogged.

Tony in Mass. · May 5, 2011

Hum. you better study this well. some old fashioned distributor housings were designed to hold an ounce or two of lub oil. I had an engine with a screw in 'grease cup'on the shaft tube. Do you have a repair or operator's manual?

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