SPONSORED LINKS

1994 Dodge Ram Distributor

Tiny
RMCOFFEE
  • MEMBER
  • 1994 DODGE RAM
Engine Mechanical problem
1994 Dodge Ram 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

My destributor recently stopped turning so I went and bought a new one. I put it in and it stell isn't turning. The engine turns over just fine but the part that is supposed to turn the destributor will not turn. I replaced the oil pump about a year ago and the shaft looked fine. I am not sure what is supposed to turn it and I need help so I don't just keep buying parts.
SPONSORED LINKS
Monday, August 9th, 2010 AT 5:52 PM

3 Replies

Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 108,269 POSTS
If the rotor isn't moving, the distributor driveshaft is either broken or the gear is bad. Here is an exploded view of the distributor drive shaft.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/249084_5_43.jpg



Let me know if this helps.

Joe
SPONSORED LINKS
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 AT 10:14 PM
Tiny
RMCOFFEE
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
I replaced the oil pump drive shaft and I had it started but it keeps jumping out of time. I think the the cam gear that turns it is missing a tooth. Does that sound right?
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Sunday, August 15th, 2010 AT 5:38 PM
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 108,269 POSTS
That is possible, but unlikely. Was the distributor shaft in good condition?
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Sunday, August 15th, 2010 AT 10:16 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Ignition Distributor Content

Distributor Replacement
VIDEO
Distributor Replacement
Instructional repair video
Ignition Distributor Installation
GUIDE
Ignition Distributor Installation
An automobile engine ignition distributor is used to allocate the ignition spark from the coil to the appropriate cylinder for the combustion process to occur. In this guide...
VIEW MORE

Sponsored links