Finally obtained an accurate scale for testing point spring tension.

While I WILL likely replace the non-ventilated antique units that were included with the dual-point Loadomatic conversion kit I installed, I did notice that their spring tension is still a couple ounces over the max. specs., even with the spring/condenser nut loosened all the way. Aside from just swapping points until a weaker spring is found (and assuming the pivot is not binding), can anybody with extensive point ignition experience offer an alternative solution for this type of dilemma?



Also, specifically what type of pivot lube is traditional? Oil near the points is usually discouraged, so I'm thinking: greaseless lube or WD40?



P.S. I recently downloaded an article (from a link on this forum?) titled: HOW DOES A LOAD O MATIC DISTRIBUTOR WORK? Can't seem to find it again. I would like to communicate with the author re: additional tech. points concerning the text, if anyone can provide contact info?

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