On some cars there is a rolled pin that holds the rotor gear on the shaft. This can shear, putting you out of business. I did it once on my Saab and was not doing anything unusual.

Pull the distributor and check to see if the rotor turns when you turn the gear.

Tom W

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.