Point Gap Setting ; 36 Horse (VW Pickup)

[cbbond]

Dear Forum Members:

I am replacing the rotor, points, and condenser (in distributor) on my VW Pickup (1958, 36 Horse, 6V) and need help.

Question 1: What is the gap setting for the ignition points (TDC) ?
Question 2: Will I need to set the timing as well?

Thanks,

Casey

[BoatCop]

Point gap is set at .016. It's always a good idea to check/set timing whenever you do a tune up. Same with adjusting valves.

If it's the original distrubutor, make sure you get the right parts. Here's what the '58 P/U calls for: (Bosch Numbers)

Distributor: VW 211-905-205E, Bosch VJR 4 BR 8/1 (0231 129 019) > 211-905-205F, VJR 4 BR 25/1 (0231 129 010) > 126-905-205 (0231 178 009)
Can Use:
Points: 01 001
Condensor: 02 170
Rotor: 1237 332 072 (NLA) - Can use 04 008
Cap: 03 019
Coil: 00 001 (Blue Coil: 00 016)
Vacuum Can: None
Ignition Wires: 09 001



Spark Plug: W8AC
Timing Set At:: 7.5deg BTDC Static
Advance/Retard Range: Unknown