Hi, I attach two photos of the distributor cap, rotor and distributor. I'd like to buy replacements for the first two - just in case. I can't see any contact breakers so I am assuming a) I'm blind b) stupid c) both or d) it's electronic???? e) something else.

So help please, what have we got and where can I get replacements for a rainy day and what do I need to do in terms of any maintenance (lightly oil the shaft?).

I don't know what we would do without this forum so many thanks for all advice. Yes I have a Haynes but...this website and forum is far better.

Many thanks, Lee

Your Haynes manual will tell you the ignition is an electronic mapped ignition that uses a crank sensor. The computer is attached to the coil, refered to on here as a Renix unit.

I don't know where you buy replacements.

Hello again, yes, its completely pointless trying to find the contact breaker on that car

You won't have much trouble getting replacements from spares shops and eBay.

bogbasic wrote:Hello again, yes, its completely pointless trying to find the contact breaker on that car

You won't have much trouble getting replacements from spares shops and eBay.

Many thanks indeed, Lee and just love the pun.

LeeEnfield wrote:Yes I have a Haynes but...this website and forum is far better.

But only a Haynes can cure a wobbly table.

Did you not download all them lovely PDF Volvo manuals I pointed you in the direction of?

Cap & rotor available from any good motor factors.