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DS4 Distributor caps - IanClayton - 15-10-2019
Well - something I didn't find an answer for!!
I've two CAV/Lucas DS4 Austin 7 distributors (Yes, the coilsprung points and external condenser type), the working one in our RF saloon) has a black replacement cap (think originals are brown) which isn't identified with any markings
I'd like to find a similar cap (or a good original) for the other distributor and have been told that one from a SIMCA 1100 or RENAULT DAUPHINE may fit. ==. Anyone know if this is true and can tell exactly what I should be seeking? From what years or models /part numbers etc?
Ian
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Ruairidh Dunford - 15-10-2019
This is the one you need: https://www.smallfordspares.co.uk/products/ye-12116-a-distributor-cap-32-35
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Bill Dixon - 15-10-2019
The Ford Y7C Club list a distributor cap no date listed,but to members only. sorry not a lot of help.
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - IanClayton - 15-10-2019
Ta muchly, young wiz ,will check it out. will the original type sprung rotor fit?
Ian
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Tony Press - 15-10-2019
Unfortunately-
"This item is not currently available for ordering. Please contact us for details of when it may be back in stock"
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Jeff Taylor - 15-10-2019
Here's a couple of NOS Remax ES200 equivalent for the 1932 to 1935 Ford Y 8hp on ebay.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Remax-ES200-distributor-cap-Ford-8-1932-35/323875352843?epid=25015154714&hash=item4b6879b10b:g:mn4AAOSwiD5dRXSW
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-8hp-Eight-Y-type-1932-35-Distributor-cap-ES200-NOS/254284712502?epid=25015154714&hash=item3b348cca36:g:-U8AAOSwX8tdHL~M
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Howard Wright - 16-10-2019
Hi Ian
You will find that a Vauxhall Viva Van rotor will fit with a bit of filing. Delco 1975-82-/390349760840 is (I Think) the number.
The Ford part number for the cap is YE-12116-A. (32-35)
Hope that helps
Cheers
Howard
PS if you find a supplier for the points and the condenser please let me know ?.
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Tom Coates - 17-10-2019
(16-10-2019, 05:12 PM)Howard Wright Wrote: Hi Ian
You will find that a Vauxhall Viva Van rotor will fit with a bit of filing. Delco 1975-82-/390349760840 is (I Think) the number.
The Ford part number for the cap is YE-12116-A. (32-35)
Hope that helps
Cheers
Howard
PS if you find a supplier for the points and the condenser please let me know ?.
I think the original type points are only available as NOS if you are luckly enough to find some.
This summer I fitted points from a Bosch 009 distributor (8 quid on ebay), which I am very pleased with. I used a spare base plate which i rotated by about 30°, cut off the tab for the heal of the original points and redrilled to fit. The points themselves needed a bit of trimming to fit, but nothing too difficult.
At the same time I replaced the distibutor with a better one with no slop in the shaft, and this has made a big improvement to the running, much smoother at high RPM. I'm not sure how much of this is down to the points but they are beefier than the original ones with a stronger spring and bigger contact area, so i think they probably help.
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - Howard Wright - 17-10-2019
Hi Tom
Thanks for the info and modification. I have a couple of sets of spare original points but they are not in that great condition. I may well have a go at replacing them as you suggest.
Cheers
Howard
RE: DS4 Distributor caps - IanClayton - 18-10-2019
Useful info all ---thanks
Will report results when completed
Ian