Distributor rattling

[Bernie Benz]

> From: Eyvind Spangen <eyvind.spangen at c2i.net>
> 
> My distributor is making a loud rattling noise when idling and up to
> about 2000 rpm. I understand it's the plastic gear going bad, but is
> it possible to say how much longer it'll last? I understand it's hard
> to say, but anyone BTDT?
IMO, caused by running a too loose timing belt for a long time.  Tighten the
belt!

Bernie