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  1. 07-25-2018, 10:26 AM #1
    WW2Freak
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    Bendix VS Autolite

    I've been looking for a 24v distributor that's affordable and I was wondering if I can use a Bendix distributor in an M38A1. It looks the same in the pictures but I want to be sure. Any help is very much appreciated.
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  2. 07-25-2018, 02:25 PM #2
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    I am not an M38A1 authority, but as I look at various parts listings, it appears that a number of vendors made distributors for the M38A1. I have noted data plates with Bendix, Autolite and even some company called "Ignitor".

    Just remember - M38A1 distributors were, like most government pieces and parts, built to a standard set of drawings by the lowest bidder.

    If it is really an M38A1 distributor, it should not matter who made it - they were just the cheapest bidder on that particular procurement.
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  3. 07-25-2018, 08:25 PM #3
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    Each should be built in accordance to the mil spec standards. In my experience, we switch vendors at the drop of a hat, with no forward notice. LarrBeard is very correct that everything military is all built by the lowest bidder.
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