Look like its time for new cap & rotor?

[Mab1957]

I bought this '92 325ic in 2010 with 120k on it. Now has 125k. Is it time for new distributor cap and rotor?


I am changing the water pump and timing belt.
Thanks for the tech help on that job from this forum! :D

[dchun]

yes change it.
I just bought a 325e with 116K and the cap and rotor looked like it was never changed.

runs much better with the new parts!

[AndrewBird]

You can just clean the contacts up with a bit of sandpaper or a wire brush, but replacing them is also a good idea. You can only clean them so many times before the spacing between the contacts get too far and causes problems.

[SpecM]

might as well replace them, they are clearly worn and you already have them off

[Mab1957]

Thanks! I ordered replacements from Blunttech. I'll scuff these off and put them in the M20 emergency kit with the old hoses and belts.

[Madhatter]

mine was pretty bad.



:giggle:

[mikeb23ft]

Mine were shot too. Replaced them yesterday and the car runs much better now.