Hoosier Hurricane (11/20/2013)
Sounds like that distributor uses the ball bearing advance plate, B7A-12151-A, made by New Departure company They are held in place by two clips held in place by screws, 180 degrees apart through the housing wall. The plates have not been available for years.
You might find one on Ebay.Also check some of the companies that specialize in obsolete Ford parts.