455 distributor thrust

Discussion in 'Street/strip 400/430/455' started by Canadian GS 350, Apr 14, 2022.

  1. Canadian GS 350

    Canadian GS 350 Well-Known Member

    On the 455 is the distributor gear pushed upwards by the cam gear or pulled downward?
    Thanks
     
  2. Schurkey

    Schurkey Silver Level contributor

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    Thrust washer on top of gear, gear is pushed "up" into housing.

    As a matter of contrast, Olds has the thrust "down", onto a thrust pad cast into the block. Therefore, no thrust washer above the gear.
     
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  3. Canadian GS 350

    Canadian GS 350 Well-Known Member

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