looking from the top of the motor, the distributor turns clockwise. If you have a vaccum advance mounted, the vaccum line is always pointing opposite the rotation.
No
Tire rotation, Engine rotation, Distributor rotation, there are several things that rotate, need to know which one.
V8 engine Engine firing order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Distributor rotation: Clockwise
order is 18436572 clockwise rotation. #1 cylinder is front driver side.
rev the engine to about 2500 rpm's and turn the distributor until you find that sweet spot.
To rebuild the distributor on a 1987 Chevy 305, start by removing the distributor from the engine. Once removed, take off the cap and rotor, and inspect or replace the ignition module and pickup coil if necessary. Clean all components, replace worn parts, and reassemble the distributor. Finally, reinstall the distributor, ensuring it is properly timed with the engine.
CLOCKWISE
It should be in the back of the engine, just to the drivers side of the distributor.
305 is the same distributor as a 350 will even fit some big block chevy's.
maybe check for a worn CAM LOB.
CLOCKWISE.
Yes. Its a direct bolt in.