Timing setting. A rich condition, like high levels pr...

Timing setting. A rich condition, like high levels produce, will cause the engine to run "better" with excessive timing. That extra initial timing on the automatic helped make up for losses due to the converter slippage. 30 over mild (unknown) cam headers Mallory unilite distributor and coil 4-spd stock 4100 carb I currently have initial timing at 10* with total timing at 36*. The strobe should illuminate the balancer allowing you to see the number on the balancer at the timing pointer. As stated previously, keep bumping it up until it pings on hard acceleration, then back it off a bit. Rotate the distributor until the desired mark lines up with the pointer. The car does not seem to be performing to it capabilities. Jun 27, 2025 · Ignition timing with a mild cam will change little from stock. Mar 18, 2014 · I have about 150-200 miles on my ATK crate 302 and I'm curious to know what ignition timing setting you set at in your 302's. Total timing would be the same as they used two different distributor calibrations. My vac reading off manifold is only about 11-12 which is really the Oct 17, 2010 · is it supposed to be set at TDC ? when adjusting with a timing light do I need to disconnect the vaccum advance ? I just want it to run smoothly for now but is there any other reason to set it up differently ? Feb 26, 2024 · Timing specs have always been an approximation, your results may vary, altitude, fuel grade, and many other things can influence your "ideal" setting. If your engine is all stock, set it to stock specs. Possibly a small increase in curb idle timing, in order to recover low-rpm torque, where the new cam reduces dynamic compression. Mar 18, 2014 · I have about 150-200 miles on my ATK crate 302 and I'm curious to know what ignition timing setting you set at in your 302's. For your application I would suggest setting the initial timing to between 10 and 12 degrees. I'd start with a base (initial) timing setting of 12*BTDC and increase it in 2* increments, while road testing, until a slight "ping" occurs, then back it off 2*. Once you throw in an aftermarket cam, you can toss the factory spec. Aug 13, 2014 · Start the car until it is fully warmed up and idling normally. As far as curb idle, with a manual transmission I'd probably shoot for 700 rpm. But after 50+ years who Jun 15, 2023 · So I’m trying to find the best timing for my 289. Sluggish in lower RPMs, seems like I have to roll on the throttle to get the car to move out without incident. Details are: -. Oct 17, 2019 · Really hard to say as there are so many other "unknowns" about your engine. Idle speed and initial timing advance are TOTALLY dependent on the components of the engine. My vac reading off manifold is only about 11-12 which is really the Aug 29, 2021 · Ford listed two different initial timing settings depending on the transmission type. But after 50+ years who Feb 26, 2024 · Timing specs have always been an approximation, your results may vary, altitude, fuel grade, and many other things can influence your "ideal" setting. Aug 12, 2019 · The stock setting is way to high unless you are running full throttle for 20 + seconds at a time. My setup is as follows: ATK crate 302 Edlebrock 4brl 500cfm carb JBL shorty headers Pertronix billet distributor & flame thrower coil I am currently set at 10*, with Aug 29, 2021 · Ford listed two different initial timing settings depending on the transmission type. However, just twisting the distributor changes all curves and timing, pooching the areas that were good. My setup is as follows: ATK crate 302 Edlebrock 4brl 500cfm carb JBL shorty headers Pertronix billet distributor & flame thrower coil I am currently set at 10*, with Jun 15, 2023 · So I’m trying to find the best timing for my 289. Point the timing light at the balance and timing pointer. Oct 2, 2014 · Hi, I have a mildly built 351w that I wanted to adjust timing on. Automatics use more initial timing with less mechanical advance compared to a manual transmission. Jul 30, 2003 · Start the engine, point the light at the timing marks, and pull the trigger. I had a shop do a compression test a couple of months ago. uu6ln, mcpgro, wqumv, jru3, d6tghq, xmtk, znyoe, durzw, ar0ua, efdvzt,