These are only necessary if you have a problem with the distributer. All you really need is a set of feeler gauges, a screwdriver and a timing light. A 12 volt should work but not be as bright, or just hook it up to a 12 volt battery. The spark to the plug just triggers the timing light to flash. Set the rubbing block on the points on a high spot on the distributer cam, use the .022 blade from the feeler gauge, put it between the movable arm and stationary part, adjust the points until a light drag is felt as you slide the feeler gauge between them, tighten the points, recheck with feeler gauge, if all is good, put a SMALL amount of grease on the distriuter cam, and you're done. Used to be a special grease for points, but I don't know how easy it is to find today. Don't worry too much about setting the timing to factory specs. Gas has changed a lot since 1953. Try a few degrees either way and set it where it runs the best. These systems aren't as fussy as new computer controled systems, close is good.
