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Point Gap & Dwell Angle

  1. With rubbing block on high point of cam lobe, insert a feeler gauge blade between contacts. Check reading against specification. To correct, loosen lock screw and move stationary contact point until correct gap is obtained.
  2. Tighten lock screw. See Figure. If necessary, align points by bending stationary contact support only. Check cam angle with a dwell meter. Compare indicated reading with specification and correct if necessary.