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Old Feb 28, 2003 | 12:02 AM
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What's your timing set at?

Where do you have your timing set at for maximum efficiency/HP?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2003 | 07:52 AM
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What's your timing set at?

On all EFI, 10°BTDC. On carbs, factory spec was 6-8°, but you're better off using a vacuum gauge on hi-mileage engines.
 
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Old Feb 28, 2003 | 09:03 PM
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What's your timing set at?

I'd try 10-12 BTDC for the best mileage at mainly highway speeds. And I've found factory specs that show some carbed 300's had a base timing of 10-12 from the early 80's.

-Kerry
 
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