distributor disassembly in car

Having just pulled my Firecore to set the total and change springs I'd say maybe but it would be a complete pain in your back while fighting the wiper motor. It's just to easy to pull. Just remember which way the rotor is pointing before you pull it since its a slot drive you have a 50-50 chance of putting it back correctly and as long as the oil pump drive stays engaged with the cam gear. I usually give the rotor a little jiggle as I pull it.