Distributor noise

[92 Ty 1173]

I started the Ty on sunday and found a bad wine coming from the distributor. I just removed it and put it on a drill and found the the noise is coming from the inside of the dist. So three questions,
1: Is it repairable or should I replace the whole thing?
2: Will a dist from an 88 S-10 4.3 work and if so do I need to change the module or anything?
3: Who makes a good aftermarket dist for these trucks? I know they can be temperamental with ignition parts.

 

[92 Ty 1173]

Re: Distributor noise

Anyone please help. I would like to finish tonight. Thanx

 

[berzerker]

Re: Distributor noise

there are a couple of choices for distrib's . msd or replacement from gm or remained unit from a good auto parts supplier . i just purchased one from autozone for $ 110 with a $90 core charge . came with new ignition module also . seems to be working good . as far as i know the dist and parts are the same in 4.3 from like 86 up

 

[leroy]

Re: Distributor noise

It is probably repairable. Get a new ignition module and pickup coil. Remove the gear, noting orientation. Remove the shaft. You may have to soak it in penetrating oil. If everything looks good, put the new parts on and re-assemble. Test for whine and shaft lateral movement.

Jim