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Old Aug 24, 2012 | 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by seawulff
I think I got more satisfaction out of hearing that engine then I do a day/week at work!
Congrats, Chris! Clearing those hurdles is very satisfying.
 
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Old Aug 24, 2012 | 06:23 PM
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Good job getting it going. As far as timing it is better to set for total timing than for initial.

Walnut Creek being near sea level I would suggest something like 32 degrees total to start with then play with it from there.
 
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Old Aug 24, 2012 | 06:46 PM
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Excellent news Chris!! Persistence pays off once again!

For timing....you can try a vacuum gauge approach. Here's a link:

Classic Inlines - Tuning with a Vacuum Gage

Dan
 
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