1987 Nissan Sentra Distributer problem

85,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LGSAJ
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Our pickup and sentra was broke down- both distributor problems. (wierd i know) My son came to visit and fixed the P.U. by rebuilding the distributor. He didn't get to the Nissan before he had to leave. Can a distributor be rebuilt on the sentra? One mechanic told us yes and another no. If not i guess we will have to buy a new one since there isn't really a way to test one from a junkyard? Thanks
Jan 2, 2008 at 5:19 AM
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RASMATAZ
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There's no rebuild involved in the Sentras distributor-it calls for replacement due to the crank angle sensor or the IC unit in it.
Jan 2, 2008 at 5:22 AM
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