{"product_id":"pcm-123","title":"PCM Ford Marine Engine Tune-Up Kit RP173024","description":"\u003cp\u003ePCM RP173024 is a genuine OEM Pleasurecraft Marine tune-up kit for \u003cstrong\u003eFord 302 and 351 marine engines, 1986 and earlier\u003c\/strong\u003e, using the \u003cstrong\u003ePrestolite clip-down distributor cap\u003c\/strong\u003e setup. Current parts sources consistently identify this kit as the pre-1987 version, distinct from later screw-down cap kit \u003cstrong\u003eRP173024A\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM \u003cstrong\u003ePleasurecraft Marine\u003c\/strong\u003e part number \u003cstrong\u003eRP173024\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits \u003cstrong\u003eFord 302 and 351 PCM marine engines, 1986 and prior\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003ePrestolite clip-down cap\u003c\/strong\u003e distributor systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit contents: \u003cstrong\u003epoints, condenser, rotor button, distributor cap, and gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strongest supportable fitment for RP173024 is PCM Ford \u003cstrong\u003e302 and 351 Windsor marine engines from 1986 and earlier\u003c\/strong\u003e that use the \u003cstrong\u003ePrestolite clip-down cap distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the earlier ignition-service kit and should not be confused with \u003cstrong\u003eRP173024A\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the \u003cstrong\u003e1987-and-later\u003c\/strong\u003e screw-down cap version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch this kit to the \u003cstrong\u003edistributor style first\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering. On older PCM Ford engines, the difference between \u003cstrong\u003eclip-down\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003escrew-down\u003c\/strong\u003e cap versions matters more than the engine family alone, especially around the 1986\/1987 break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tune-up kit is typically used during routine ignition maintenance or when hard starting, rough idle, weak spark, misfire, inconsistent timing, or visible wear in the cap, rotor, points, or condenser shows up during inspection. That service guidance is a practical inference from the kit contents and its intended ignition-maintenance role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, confirm that the engine still uses the \u003cstrong\u003ePrestolite clip-down cap distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e and not the later screw-down style. Compare the existing distributor cap hold-down method before installation, since that is the clearest break between RP173024 and RP173024A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent reviewed sources continue to list \u003cstrong\u003eRP173024\u003c\/strong\u003e as the correct PCM OEM number for the \u003cstrong\u003e1986-and-prior clip-down cap\u003c\/strong\u003e setup. The most important related number is \u003cstrong\u003eRP173024A\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the later \u003cstrong\u003e1987-and-newer screw-down cap\u003c\/strong\u003e kit rather than a direct same-application substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith older PCM Ford tune-up kits, the easy mistake is ordering by engine size only. Checking whether the distributor uses a \u003cstrong\u003eclip-down\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003escrew-down\u003c\/strong\u003e cap usually saves the most time, because that one detail determines whether RP173024 is the right kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PCM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563970691108,"sku":"RP173024","price":48.22,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/1d025926-e80a-4e66-8e21-e278a2104785.png?v=1776650523","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/pcm-123","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}