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    Waterproof distributor

    "Also would like to put a snorkel and little taller exhaust pipe on." FWIW I can tell you from experience with the M37 and fording that you do not want to keep the snorkel on full time. They're made to be taken off and only used when needed. I know people that try to leave the snorkle on...
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    Waterproof distributor

    That should work but even a non WP distributor should work unless flooded with water. You might want to try sealing around all the spark plug wires and terminals with silicon grease. The Fording system on a M38A1 is a LOT more than a snorkel and taller exhaust pipe! It vents the crankcase...
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    Waterproof distributor

    There are lots of pictures in the .MIL manual and the "Early CJ5" website has some GOOD photographs and if you need more just ask they will deliver. I got lucky with my 1953 M38A1 in that everything was still there except for the check valve on the side of the engine. Even the hose clamps are...
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    Waterproof distributor

    If you convert back to WP distributor you will have to add at least part of the ventilation system since the WP distributor requires some air flow through it to prevent the build up of ionized air which can cause electrical arcing inside of the distributor. You really only need to connect a...
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