1956 Chevrolet 265 (225 hp) V8 Engine Distributor Specs

DISTRIBUTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Distributor part number: w/Standard trans.: 1110847; w/Powerglide: 1110866; w/4bbl carb & dual exhause: 1110866 (distributor rotates clockwise)

Cam Angle, degrees: 26-33

Breaker Point opening, Inch: .016

Condenser Capacity: .18-.23 Mfds.

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Oz.

Centrifugal Advance:
    w/Standard trans.:
        Advance starts 1 degrees @ 400 RPM
        Full Advance: 16 degrees @ 1800 RPM
    w/Powerglide: (also w/4bbl & dual exhausts)
        Advance starts: 1 degrees @ 325 RPM
        Full Advance: 8-1/2 degrees @ 900 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:
    Inches of vacuum to start plunger movement: 5 - 7
    Inches of vacuum for full plunger travel: 12 - 14-1/2
    Maximum vacuum advance, Dist. degrees: 11-3/4

1956 Chevrolet 265 (225 hp) V8 Engine Specs

1956 Chevrolet 265 (225 hp) V8 Engine Distributor Specs

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