Notices

Timing Questions

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 6, 2003 | 01:47 AM
  #1  
Chtulu473's Avatar
Chtulu473
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
From: Tyler, Texas
Question Timing Questions

I would like to bump up the timing in my truck to 10-12 degrees. How would I go about doing this without a timing light or anything like that? Is that possible? And what should I expect after doing so? Also, how much would an MSD ignition help my truck? Is it worth the money? And while I'm on the electronics, while searching through FTE, I found a link to the Superchips website, and found a chip for the 300. They advertised +14hp and +35lb/ft. Has anyone tried this chip out? If so, does it really work?
 
Reply
Old Mar 8, 2003 | 02:35 PM
  #2  
super_ranger's Avatar
super_ranger
New User
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 23
Likes: 0
From: northern mi
Timing Questions

you prolly cant get it exact but loosen up the clamp on the distributor and turn it slightly, i forgot which direction cause i dont have my haynes manual and dont feel like going out in the blizzard now to look at the cap
 
Reply
Old Mar 8, 2003 | 08:24 PM
  #3  
Shepard's Avatar
Shepard
Elder User
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 621
Likes: 0
From: S.W. Oregon
Timing Questions

I advanced mine a little using the method described above. Worked great. I did not go very far as I was told by a friend to be concerned about increasing temp and burning.
 
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:25 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE