Engine won't start

[Don C]

+1 on removing the engine, a complete tear-down and inspection should be performed. You need to find out what caused the failure and what other damage may have resulted. The forces generated by bits of metal trapped between two rotating parts can be enough to crack cast iron.

 

[FL72Sprint]

Thank you all for the replies.

I’ve already tossed the distributor. The teeth were all intact but had some scratching/gouging on them. Already planned on using a new one. I’ll make sure to use a regular flow oil pump as well.

Unfortunately I’ll have to put off working on it for a bit. I’m retiring soon and moving back to our home town. The good news is that her brother is an actual mechanic (new model cars), so he’ll be able to assist/supervise the engine rebuild.