Replacing distributor

[wdb4719]

Hey guys and gals,
I am new to the forums. My name is wells. The bolts that hold my distributor cap on broke off yesterday and I have had no luck using a screw extractor with them. I am starting to consider just replacing the entire distributor. I was wondering how big of a task this is and if I could do it or if I should leave it to a mechanic. I have basic level mechanic abilities.
Thanks for your help!
Wells

[yellowrexsi]

I've had to drill them out and use bolts with nuts.

[Ninju]

it's not difficult to change the distributor!you will remove the 3 basic bolts on the chassis,but you need to remove the 3 bolts on the cap too because you need to remove the rotor inside the cap..

[wdb4719]

Really? That's all there is too it? I was planning on attempting to replace it myself untill I started reading this article: How to Replace A Distributor Without Going Crazy

It made it sound really difficult so I wound up just taking it in to the local garage. It's replaced now so I am good. Thanks for your help.

[Ninju]

Originally Posted by wdb4719

Really? That's all there is too it? I was planning on attempting to replace it myself untill I started reading this article: How to Replace A Distributor Without Going Crazy

It made it sound really difficult so I wound up just taking it in to the local garage. It's replaced now so I am good. Thanks for your help.

most things are easier than they look! :P glad your sol is healthy again! :P