this video blew me away. I always knew how timing worked but never this in depth. just wow, thank you so much for your time and this channel. I definitely want to sponsor your channel each month. thanks again.
When I was young it was so hard to get info from anybody. Luckily I met a mentor. So I just wanted to tell you thanks for sharing that hard earned knowledge. All your videos are great, and I'm sure your helping a lot of youngsters.
Thank You Thank You Thank You!!!! I knew nothing about timing or the timing light before this video and now I have a great understanding and feel comfortable enough to set the timing with a timing light. Very informative!!!
Thank you, simply and well explained and then backed up by showing on a working engine. Perfect, helped to cement my knowledge around initial and total timing.
Great description of ignition timing. There are SO MANY people out there that don't have much of a clue about this, hell, you can't hardly buy a timing light anymore. Growing up on a farm in the boondocks (rural SD) with Hot Rod & Popular Hot Rodding magazine subscriptions back in the 50s to the 70s, I had to figure it out. Growing up now, it's in your laptop plugged in to the car. I appreciate both ways. Some of the nowadays people kinda glaze over when I ask them about their valve OR ignition timing. Great Video as usual, Thank You for caring n sharing.
I always look to your videos for any and all of my info on engines, it's super informative and at the same time super easy to understand. Your info on how to understand your camshaft, the importance on degree ing the cam. Etc changed my whole understanding of engine building.
I recently purchased a new timing light with a degree advance capability without really knowing why. I just knew I had to have it. With this video, I now know how to check my 350 in my 71 El Camino timing with the engine revved. THANK YOU!!!!!
New subscriber! I'm 29 and currently working on the first vehicle my parents were able to give me. A '69 Chevy C-10 pickup. It's been sitting for 12+ years with no one touching it. I'm NOT a mechanic by any means (nor is my dad), so UA-cam and google is my main source of information. I've been trying to get it to run correctly for the past couple weeks and am having one hellva time with it. You, sir, have had one of the most in depth, informative video I've seen over these couple weeks (and I've seen A LOT). I appreciate the time and knowledge you took to make this video.
I've known this stuff for years, but it is always good to hear again with the details and specificity that you explained. It is always good to hear it explained with this level of detail. Thanks for doing all that you do. I never get tired of seeing SBC functionality. Thank you!!!
I thought you explained it quite well. I have the same timing light myself, I bought it off an older gentleman at a swap meet who wished me luck figuring it out. Best $5 I ever spent . lol
After weeks of searching videos, I come across this one. By far the best video that I found. You explain It in a way that no one else has been able to. I cant believe I just now came across your channel. I could learn so much from you. Thank you.
Excellent explanation, i set the timing on my standard holden 308 V8 (gm) about 10-12 BTDC and let the vacuum and centrifugal advance to the rest , it goes great. I FIND YOUR VIDEOS ARE BETTER THAN MY WORKSHOP MANUALS
About a year ago I bought a truck. Its got a SB 350 and an SM465 manual transmission. Even since then, I've been searching far and wide for information that will help me tear it down and rebuild it. In terms of my mechanical knowledge... I'm starting at zero. But, I'm ambitious, so I'm gonna build a 450-500HP 383! Eventually. I've scoured the internet for information, and want to tell you that the effort you make to pass on your knowledge, is totally worthwhile. Thank you so much for taking the time. If I could drop by and work for knowledge, I'd be there every weekend wrenching away!
Saileahgaz Your comment on Myvintageiron passing on his knowledge is exactly how I feel about his no bs straightforward truth is definitely VERY MUCH APPRECIATED And I have to get on the Patreon website and support his efforts as knowledge is power. and it's not easy to get good technical knowledge!I would kill to be able to to work along side with this guy!Nothing like learning how to rebuild engines then getting hands dirty with the best in the business!!
Thank you for the in-depth explanation on timing. I was trying to explain timing and advance timing to a co-worker and he just couldn't get it. I've been wrenching for over 45 years and understand it but, as you know, to explain it to a non-mechanically intelligent man isn't the easiest thing to do. It seams that every time you say something you have to stop cuz you keep falling into that rabbit-hole of inexperience. I had him watch this and now I think he understands timing (maybe) lol Now I have to try to explain how the vacuum advance distributor works to him (Thanks a lot) lol - later
I'm 37. I was born and grew up right during the birth of electronic fuel injection. And I love it. I really do. The thing about all the advances in technology, and this is true of everything, even smartphones, is that as devices get smarter we have to know and do less and less ourselves. I like to say as our phones get smarter we're getting dumber. I knew what timing was but I didn't know the reason why it was what it was until it was explained here. I'm not a mechanic obviously lol. But I've recently started wrenching on an old 79 Chevy pickup. So now it's relevant to me. Didn't have to worry about any of that stuff on my 2012 Camaro. The computer sorts it all out optimally. But knowing about timing, etc. as explained in this video has helped me gain a little more knowledge of how internal combustion engines work. And it'll help in my dealings with my pickup i'm sure.
Absolutely, hands down best video on timing I’ve seen. So well described in detail . If you don’t understand timing now you should just move on to knitting 🧶 lol
This an awesome channel with great content. I’ve been learning a lot from you and I appreciate it. This is the best explanation with the best analogy. I was wondering if you or any of your viewers has a good recommendation for non-detergent motor oil. Thanks and subscribed!
Well said kind Sir: I would like to add some distributor info. I found light grease to be OK on distributor weights & springs But not OK at all on the shaft or better said the inside of the top shaft. Light oil, singer sewing machine type, or 3 in 1 oil works. Then if the Rotor is loose, a small amount of lightweight body putty from your finger to the top inside of the metal shaft- then put the rotor on Quickly and let sit till it sets up. It has stayed snug for 6 six years and did pry out. good Luck, Nick Wiese
Really enjoy the channel I have learned alot of things just watching. Having a issue with my 350 85 gmc c2500 after setting total timing it sound like the bottom end. But the rattle goes away if I just set timing back to initial timing
I'd love to see do a video on how octane allows for timing advance and the correlation between flame travel and flash point with the higher octane and how it creates a lean burn condition. Poeple seem to be confused about the higher the octane the lower the flash point (colder) which in some cases creates heat because there's not enough fuel. I don't seem to have enough patients to explain effectively those things and why you can run more timing the higher the octane. Love you vids and so do my boys. Keep up to good work brother!
Great information perfect for my build issues I'm dealing with today. Can I duplicate the Total Timing using an old timing light which does not allow advanced timing settings ? Thank you in advance
You explain things real well, and that was an easy to understand and comprehensive explanation of timing and how to set base and total timing. You should explain the scale on that very nice damper, that most people don't have, how to use that instead of advance feature light that most people don't have (including myself😂) and how to make your own 30° mark on a stock damper, to use the timing cover scale and set your total timing. The circumference of my damper ÷ 360 = 1/16". 30 of those makes 1 7/8". So it was easy to accurately make that mark on my damper. Now using the scale on my timing cover, I can easily and accurately set my total timing to 33°, or whatever, using my idiot light😂
Great Video Thank you. Quick question: I have a 85 Chevy 305 that was recently rebuilt and I essentially got for free. I'm going to be using it in a drag racing application (street class). It has stock 305 heads with a Edelbrock Performer EPS and a 650 Holley carb. HEI distributor with vacuum advance. It seems to run super rich, it will choke you out and i'm getting these slight little pops at idle that sound like hiccups. We tried a different carb, same symptoms. If the timing is set too far advanced could that cause these symptoms? What kind of timing would be a good starting point for an engine like this? Thanks in "advance"
On my new jeep 4.7 stroker running a MSD dist with Vac advance and MSD control box,Ford 2150 carb and no other computer I had to advance the timing to about 20 BTDC initial just to get it to start.Than during the cam break in the headers were turning red so I stepped it up to about 45 total timing at 3000 RPM.The glowing stopped and I finished the break in.The motor starts good and runs great at this timing but I have only 13 in vacuum (not enough for brake booster).Is this due to the timing? I live at 7500 ft altitude also. Am I going to hurt anything at this high timing?Water temp is below 200 and I can always put in a vacuum pump.Cam specs are 213/220 @50 .484in/.507 ex113LSA. Heads are ported also.Running ethanol free gas with Lucas octane boost. Thank you for the very informative video's.Its hard to find help with old school builds and you explain things great.
how much momentum in the crank assembly does the rotation have on the timing? does the rpm of the rotation assembly have an effect on advancing the timing. Never mind I watched the whole video and you answered the questions
The camera doesn't want to pick up the strobe of the timing light because of the frame rate set by the camera is not in sync with the strobe. If the camera is set at 60 hz (60 frames per second) and the strobe light illuminates between frames, the camera won't be able to pick it up.
I'm gonna be as knowledgeable as this fella when I reach his age in prolly 30 years I'm hoping! It's weird how half the older dudes or napa fellas I ask how to do something when I'm building an engine, they either tell me something I know is a bad idea or won't work or I listen to them and it fucks something up lol. If 3 UA-cam fellas explain it good and they are all saying basically the same thing then I roll with it.
I have a set of 041 heads on my 71 Camaro 355. Long story but they only have 7k miles on them from OEM - screw in studs and guide plates. The car is running great but I am wondering about the ex valve seats and unleaded fuel - should I do something? Will the ex valves sink into the heads? How long might they last? Also do you have the flow numbers for them?
I watched one of your other vids,may have been on an ls engine,but you set the crank 10° before you dropped the distributor? difference between ls and say a "78" 350?
Curious how much total timing is safe for sbc 355, 10:1 comp, stock Vortec heads, cast rods and hyper pistons, ring gap .025, Vortec V3 supercharger with 650 cfm blowthrough carb with 6# boost at 6000 rpm, 93 gas with octane boost to 96. Currently have homemade stop limiting distributor advance to 20 degrees to be safe. Octane boost turns plugs orange, so it’s hard to read them. Thanks for all the good sbc videos. My next build will be LS, so watching the LS videos with interest.
I'M GLAD I TOOK TIME TO WATCH THIS,I HAVE BEEN SETTING THE DIST IN AT 0 TDC AND NOW I'M LEARNING IT SHOULD BE ANYWHERE FROM 6 TO 12 DEGREES BEFORE TDC.THIS SHOULD BE A GAME CHANGER FOR ME. NEXT QUESTION IS WITH A HIGH PERFORMANCE MOTOR 383 STROKER MOTOR HOW MUCH ADVANCE SHOULD I SET IT AT ?
i was wondering about your thoughts on wether to use full maifold vacuum or timed port vacuum going to your vacuum advance canistor. i have heard about a 50 /50 preference on these options. i personally have always used the timed port on my holley for the vacuum advance because they do not pull any vacuum at idle. i have seen a number of guys on hear saying you will gain alot of performance if i was to change to full manifold vacuum.what do you think ? any help would be appreciated. Don
Hi great vid How can you know if engine has the correct balancer I know there are diff sizes and also some with timing marks in diff places some lined up with keyway and some were a few degrees off
Question, I'm planning on replacing my intake manifold gaskets on a 79 Chevy k20. Have slight coolant leak on passenger side of intake. I'm afraid of messing up my timing when I pull distributor out. Right now engine runs like a top, fires right up every time. I want to keep it running that way once I'm done and have everything back together. I heard of guys marking distributor and marking intake manifold to keep timing right on, is this method a good idea or would retiming the motor be best option?
this video blew me away. I always knew how timing worked but never this in depth. just wow, thank you so much for your time and this channel. I definitely want to sponsor your channel each month. thanks again.
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When I was young it was so hard to get info from anybody. Luckily I met a mentor. So I just wanted to tell you thanks for sharing that hard earned knowledge. All your videos are great, and I'm sure your helping a lot of youngsters.
All this knowledge for free!!!! Man I wish I had UA-cam back in the late 80s and early 90s haha. Great video brother thanks so much for your time!
Anytime I need information about my engine build I come straight to you. Thanks for all you do for us novice mechanics.
Love your aircraft explanation. I would have never thought to explain it that way.
Thank You Thank You Thank You!!!! I knew nothing about timing or the timing light before this video and now I have a great understanding and feel comfortable enough to set the timing with a timing light. Very informative!!!
I'm a rookie and this was a great video breaking down the basics!!!! Much appreciated.
Thank you, simply and well explained and then backed up by showing on a working engine. Perfect, helped to cement my knowledge around initial and total timing.
Great description of ignition timing. There are SO MANY people out there that don't have much of a clue about this, hell, you can't hardly buy a timing light anymore. Growing up on a farm in the boondocks (rural SD) with Hot Rod & Popular Hot Rodding magazine subscriptions back in the 50s to the 70s, I had to figure it out. Growing up now, it's in your laptop plugged in to the car. I appreciate both ways. Some of the nowadays people kinda glaze over when I ask them about their valve OR ignition timing. Great Video as usual, Thank You for caring n sharing.
I always look to your videos for any and all of my info on engines, it's super informative and at the same time super easy to understand. Your info on how to understand your camshaft, the importance on degree ing the cam. Etc changed my whole understanding of engine building.
Glad to help!
I recently purchased a new timing light with a degree advance capability without really knowing why. I just knew I had to have it. With this video, I now know how to check my 350 in my 71 El Camino timing with the engine revved. THANK YOU!!!!!
You bet glad it helped
Thanks a lot! Watched and learned. Will apply to this to my SBC 350 soon. Greetings from Holland!
New subscriber! I'm 29 and currently working on the first vehicle my parents were able to give me. A '69 Chevy C-10 pickup. It's been sitting for 12+ years with no one touching it. I'm NOT a mechanic by any means (nor is my dad), so UA-cam and google is my main source of information. I've been trying to get it to run correctly for the past couple weeks and am having one hellva time with it. You, sir, have had one of the most in depth, informative video I've seen over these couple weeks (and I've seen A LOT). I appreciate the time and knowledge you took to make this video.
THX
I've known this stuff for years, but it is always good to hear again with the details and specificity that you explained. It is always good to hear it explained with this level of detail. Thanks for doing all that you do. I never get tired of seeing SBC functionality. Thank you!!!
I thought you explained it quite well. I have the same timing light myself, I bought it off an older gentleman at a swap meet who wished me luck figuring it out. Best $5 I ever spent . lol
I've watched a lot of your videos MVI but this one I missed...FANTASTIC Info !
*YOU ROCK !*
After weeks of searching videos, I come across this one. By far the best video that I found. You explain It in a way that no one else has been able to. I cant believe I just now came across your channel. I could learn so much from you. Thank you.
Excellent explanation, i set the timing on my standard holden 308 V8 (gm) about 10-12 BTDC and let the vacuum and centrifugal advance to the rest , it goes great. I FIND YOUR VIDEOS ARE BETTER THAN MY WORKSHOP MANUALS
i have a problem understanding how the spark can fire before piston has reached the top with out it spark knocking
Found your video on the Corvette Forum, great explanation of total timing and visuals. I'll recommend it to others, thanks.
THX
You sir did a fantastic job of explaining this. The airplane comparison made so much sense to me.
About a year ago I bought a truck. Its got a SB 350 and an SM465 manual transmission. Even since then, I've been searching far and wide for information that will help me tear it down and rebuild it. In terms of my mechanical knowledge... I'm starting at zero. But, I'm ambitious, so I'm gonna build a 450-500HP 383! Eventually. I've scoured the internet for information, and want to tell you that the effort you make to pass on your knowledge, is totally worthwhile. Thank you so much for taking the time. If I could drop by and work for knowledge, I'd be there every weekend wrenching away!
Thanks
Saileahgaz Your comment on Myvintageiron passing on his knowledge is exactly how I feel about his no bs straightforward truth is definitely VERY MUCH APPRECIATED And I have to get on the Patreon website and support his efforts as knowledge is power. and it's not easy to get good technical knowledge!I would kill to be able to to work along side with this guy!Nothing like learning how to rebuild engines then getting hands dirty with the best in the business!!
Thanks a bunch!! I have been out of the loop and did not pay attention to timing light technology. Technology is cool!!
You have explained ignition timing better than anyone I have ever heard it from. Now, I finally get it. Thank you!
You Bet
Your videos are awesome, no one explains things like you do. You make it understandable. keep'm coming!
By far the most informative timing video I’ve watched, I actually understand this whole process...excellent job buddy!
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you for the in-depth explanation on timing. I was trying to explain timing and advance timing to a co-worker and he just couldn't get it. I've been wrenching for over 45 years and understand it but, as you know, to explain it to a non-mechanically intelligent man isn't the easiest thing to do. It seams that every time you say something you have to stop cuz you keep falling into that rabbit-hole of inexperience. I had him watch this and now I think he understands timing (maybe) lol Now I have to try to explain how the vacuum advance distributor works to him (Thanks a lot) lol - later
Very glad there's good instruction even after much time has passed, you know for me slow people,thanks dude !
This is great! I learn a lot of stuff from your videos.
I'm 37. I was born and grew up right during the birth of electronic fuel injection. And I love it. I really do. The thing about all the advances in technology, and this is true of everything, even smartphones, is that as devices get smarter we have to know and do less and less ourselves. I like to say as our phones get smarter we're getting dumber. I knew what timing was but I didn't know the reason why it was what it was until it was explained here. I'm not a mechanic obviously lol. But I've recently started wrenching on an old 79 Chevy pickup. So now it's relevant to me. Didn't have to worry about any of that stuff on my 2012 Camaro. The computer sorts it all out optimally. But knowing about timing, etc. as explained in this video has helped me gain a little more knowledge of how internal combustion engines work. And it'll help in my dealings with my pickup i'm sure.
You said that this is basic. It isn't. It's a great explanation for something very advanced. Thank you!
Thanks for putting this one out so quickly!! Awesome video as always!
your welcome
Thanks this was much needed, very good illustrations!
Great video for us beginners, thank you very much, I needed something like this to get a better understanding
I learned so much so quick. Quickest 27 minutes of my life
A sincere thank you, professor.
great video as always. a video on reading spark plugs would be awesome. like for timing, detonation, heat range etc. Thanks!
thank you for this video i been struggling to figure out my timing on my 283..... your the best
Thanks, that's the best explanation that I've found
wow. impressed Sir, thanks for your efforts. nicely explained.
That last part with the strobe was so great! I really hoped it would work!
Great video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Outstanding...never stop these tutorials....thank you!!!
Thanks you
makes perfect sense now, thanks
(side note: DON'T DO DRUGS, I used to know this information )
i like the way you explain things. yours choice of words make it all flow together nicely
Great video..very educational..Thanks for uploading.
Excellent session. You're a good teacher. Your analogies are great!
I appreciate that!
Outstanding explaination! A spark in any given cylinder at 3000 rpm is every 25 seconds! wow!!!!
Great video, very well explained.
Myvintageiron another awesome video thanks!
Great video! This will help a lot of people!
You son of a gun, if I knew this 30 years ago I could have won more races. THANKS...
Excellent video!
I understood the basics of timing. Now I understand timing. Thank you.
Your welcome
Absolutely, hands down best video on timing I’ve seen. So well described in detail . If you don’t understand timing now you should just move on to knitting 🧶 lol
Awesome, thank you!
Best explanation how ignition work. Thanks.
Awesome video, thanks!
Great video! New subscriber, thank you brother!
Excellent explanation, dude.
This an awesome channel with great content. I’ve been learning a lot from you and I appreciate it. This is the best explanation with the best analogy.
I was wondering if you or any of your viewers has a good recommendation for non-detergent motor oil. Thanks and subscribed!
After watch a bunch of video on youtube finally i understand igition timing on this video really thanks alot sir :)
You Bet
You are absolutely incredible.
Thank you Sir.
I bet you say that to all the boys
you deserve so many more subs !
beautiful explanation!!!! thank you so much!!!!
Well said kind Sir: I would like to add some distributor info. I found light grease to be OK on distributor weights & springs But not OK at all on the shaft or better said the inside of the top shaft. Light oil, singer sewing machine type, or 3 in 1 oil works. Then if the Rotor is loose, a small amount of lightweight body putty from your finger to the top inside of the metal shaft- then put the rotor on Quickly and let sit till it sets up. It has stayed snug for 6 six years and did pry out. good Luck, Nick Wiese
Thank you, that was really good.
Thank you so much you make people like me life much easier 😎
Excellent!
Really enjoy the channel I have learned alot of things just watching. Having a issue with my 350 85 gmc c2500 after setting total timing it sound like the bottom end. But the rattle goes away if I just set timing back to initial timing
I like your vid !
very good video. Thanks for all the videos you make.
Your welcome
Awesome explanation
Especially for a novice,
I'd love to see do a video on how octane allows for timing advance and the correlation between flame travel and flash point with the higher octane and how it creates a lean burn condition. Poeple seem to be confused about the higher the octane the lower the flash point (colder) which in some cases creates heat because there's not enough fuel. I don't seem to have enough patients to explain effectively those things and why you can run more timing the higher the octane. Love you vids and so do my boys. Keep up to good work brother!
Oh forgot throw in compression. Thanks!
And since we're old school why not throw in the dual point distributors!
Spot on directions!!!😎
Really very good explanation.
Great information perfect for my build issues I'm dealing with today. Can I duplicate the Total Timing using an old timing light which does not allow advanced timing settings ? Thank you in advance
very informative video 👍👍
I wish I have money, I will support you with a brand new top quality miling machine.
You explain things real well, and that was an easy to understand and comprehensive explanation of timing and how to set base and total timing. You should explain the scale on that very nice damper, that most people don't have, how to use that instead of advance feature light that most people don't have (including myself😂) and how to make your own 30° mark on a stock damper, to use the timing cover scale and set your total timing. The circumference of my damper ÷ 360 = 1/16". 30 of those makes 1 7/8". So it was easy to accurately make that mark on my damper. Now using the scale on my timing cover, I can easily and accurately set my total timing to 33°, or whatever, using my idiot light😂
awesome videos
Great Video Thank you. Quick question: I have a 85 Chevy 305 that was recently rebuilt and I essentially got for free. I'm going to be using it in a drag racing application (street class). It has stock 305 heads with a Edelbrock Performer EPS and a 650 Holley carb. HEI distributor with vacuum advance. It seems to run super rich, it will choke you out and i'm getting these slight little pops at idle that sound like hiccups. We tried a different carb, same symptoms. If the timing is set too far advanced could that cause these symptoms? What kind of timing would be a good starting point for an engine like this? Thanks in "advance"
On my new jeep 4.7 stroker running a MSD dist with Vac advance and MSD control box,Ford 2150 carb and no other computer I had to advance the timing to about 20 BTDC initial just to get it to start.Than during the cam break in the headers were turning red so I stepped it up to about 45 total timing at 3000 RPM.The glowing stopped and I finished the break in.The motor starts good and runs great at this timing but I have only 13 in vacuum (not enough for brake booster).Is this due to the timing? I live at 7500 ft altitude also. Am I going to hurt anything at this high timing?Water temp is below 200 and I can always put in a vacuum pump.Cam specs are 213/220 @50 .484in/.507 ex113LSA. Heads are ported also.Running ethanol free gas with Lucas octane boost. Thank you for the very informative video's.Its hard to find help with old school builds and you explain things great.
I greatly appreciate you doing these videos! Truly! THANK YOU!
your welcome
You awesome. Thank you
how much momentum in the crank assembly does the rotation have on the timing? does the rpm of the rotation assembly have an effect on advancing the timing. Never mind I watched the whole video and you answered the questions
thank you so much u answered every question I had your the best!!!!!
Happy to help!
Thanks! Very well descripted video sir!
Glad it was helpful!
Good explanation.
Was your vacuum advance hooked up when checking for total timing?
Yes
The camera doesn't want to pick up the strobe of the timing light because of the frame rate set by the camera is not in sync with the strobe. If the camera is set at 60 hz (60 frames per second) and the strobe light illuminates between frames, the camera won't be able to pick it up.
I'm gonna be as knowledgeable as this fella when I reach his age in prolly 30 years I'm hoping! It's weird how half the older dudes or napa fellas I ask how to do something when I'm building an engine, they either tell me something I know is a bad idea or won't work or I listen to them and it fucks something up lol. If 3 UA-cam fellas explain it good and they are all saying basically the same thing then I roll with it.
Good job
ask and we shall receive! thanks!!
I have a set of 041 heads on my 71 Camaro 355. Long story but they only have 7k miles on them from OEM - screw in studs and guide plates. The car is running great but I am wondering about the ex valve seats and unleaded fuel - should I do something? Will the ex valves sink into the heads? How long might they last? Also do you have the flow numbers for them?
I watched one of your other vids,may have been on an ls engine,but you set the crank 10° before you dropped the distributor? difference between ls and say a "78" 350?
Curious how much total timing is safe for sbc 355, 10:1 comp, stock Vortec heads, cast rods and hyper pistons, ring gap .025, Vortec V3 supercharger with 650 cfm blowthrough carb with 6# boost at 6000 rpm, 93 gas with octane boost to 96. Currently have homemade stop limiting distributor advance to 20 degrees to be safe. Octane boost turns plugs orange, so it’s hard to read them. Thanks for all the good sbc videos. My next build will be LS, so watching the LS videos with interest.
I'M GLAD I TOOK TIME TO WATCH THIS,I HAVE BEEN SETTING THE DIST IN AT 0 TDC AND NOW I'M LEARNING IT SHOULD BE ANYWHERE FROM 6 TO 12 DEGREES BEFORE TDC.THIS SHOULD BE A GAME CHANGER FOR ME. NEXT QUESTION IS WITH A HIGH PERFORMANCE MOTOR 383 STROKER MOTOR HOW MUCH ADVANCE SHOULD I SET IT AT ?
Can you do a video on distributor on 3.8 rear wheel having a hard time setting it thanks for your knowledge
i was wondering about your thoughts on wether to use full maifold vacuum or timed port vacuum going to your vacuum advance canistor. i have heard about a 50 /50 preference on these options. i personally have always used the timed port on my holley for the vacuum advance because they do not pull any vacuum at idle. i have seen a number of guys on hear saying you will gain alot of performance if i was to change to full manifold vacuum.what do you think ? any help would be appreciated. Don
try it both ways and see what works best
Hi great vid How can you know if engine has the correct balancer I know there are diff sizes and also some with timing marks in diff places some lined up with keyway and some were a few degrees off
Question, I'm planning on replacing my intake manifold gaskets on a 79 Chevy k20. Have slight coolant leak on passenger side of intake. I'm afraid of messing up my timing when I pull distributor out. Right now engine runs like a top, fires right up every time. I want to keep it running that way once I'm done and have everything back together. I heard of guys marking distributor and marking intake manifold to keep timing right on, is this method a good idea or would retiming the motor be best option?