distributor cap and rotor

[Captcheetah]

Is there any difference between a Mercruiser marine dist cap and rotor as opposed to a replacement part I would get at autozone, other than price?<br /><br />I am looking into getting a cap and rotor for my '88 5.7 Mercruiser and was curious as to where I need to shop, boat shop or autozone.<br /><br />Thanks for any help.

 

[f_inscreenname]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

I have never found a difference. I get mine (Accell cap) at Pep-Boys.

 

[Captcheetah]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

Anyone have any part numbers that I can use for the '88 5.7 Mercruiser (carb)?

 

[Skipster1]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

I would be more inclined to trust NAPA. If you make sure and tell them it is for a boat engine they will go out of their way to make sure it is "marine approved".<br />It just seems their salesfolk are more knowledgeable and responsible.<br />I was told that they bought out Sierra - who builds marine engine parts - so they should have a good selection.

 

[Blk-n-Blu]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

Capt, be sure to ID the distributor, several different were available on that motor. You can do that here:<br /> http://www.marinemechanic.com/merc/distributors/dist-toc.htm <br />Some marine caps, like my original mallory come with a gasket to keep moisture out.Skiph is right NAPA is a good place for marine parts.

 

[Captcheetah]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

Thanks guys<br />Gave NAPA a call and they wanted to see it, so I guess I will take it down to them for a positive ID.<br /><br />Thanks for the website that is pretty handy.<br /><br />Anyone have a quick reference for plugs?

 

[Bondo]

Re: distributor cap and rotor

"Anyone have a quick reference for plugs? "<br /><br />MR43T, ACs..........