distributor for OMC 3.8?

greentahoe

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I have a 1984 OMC 3.8 that needs a new distributor. Is there a good place to get one that anybody knows of?<br />Thanks
 

KaGee

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Re: distributor for OMC 3.8?

Unfortunetly Prestolite is out of business. That would be a boneyard item. I have the same engine and have often wondered if the 4.3 distributor would work.
 

KaGee

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Re: distributor for OMC 3.8?

Vatter I have looked there and fail to see anything for a Chevy V-6. Maybe I overlooked it. I did however email them regarding an upgrade, and they said none were available. Maybe someone knows more.
 

greentahoe

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Re: distributor for OMC 3.8?

I have a dealer looking into procuring one now. I've checked the Pertronix site and found nothing. The idea of a 4.3 part fitting in might be worth a try if all else fails. The main reason for needing a new distributor is that mine has some side play in the shaft which makes the points jump around at high rpms. I might also have to look into getting a new bearing made to replace the old one if I can't come up with anything else.<br />Thanks for the replies.
 

greentahoe

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Re: distributor for OMC 3.8?

Thanks a load Keith. I was about ready to pull my old one and send it to be rebuilt, but the Ebay unit may do the trick. <br /> :)
 
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