What's the difference?

[tstepp920]

What is the difference between a "normal" distributor on a 2f and a "large cap" distributor.....besides the size. Is there some performance advantages? Easier to fiddle with? Or "bigger is better"

 

[thebigredrocker]

Here you go, dissy breakdown by TLC Landcruiser’s lead mechanic FJ40Jim
77 fj40 distributor swap with an 84 fj60 dizzy

 

[thebigredrocker]

Also you can google “coolerman dizzy” he is so graciously hosting FJ40Jim dissy facts.

 

[1911]

What is the difference between a "normal" distributor on a 2f and a "large cap" distributor.....besides the size. Is there some performance advantages? Easier to fiddle with? Or "bigger is better"

The main difference is, the later big-cap dizzy spins in real bearings, while the previous ones spin in bronze bushings.