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Old 03-15-2017, 06:50 PM
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78 400 cam timing
Can I set my timing on my 78 400 straight up without buying new gears b chain
 
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The long answer is that there's no way to do that as the stock gears bolt on in one place with no means of adjustment.
 
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Agree with Gary and kopfenjager.....'Tis true!
 
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