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Old Sep 3, 2018 | 04:18 PM
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239 Y Block Timing help

Hi Everyone,

What advice do you have for timing a 239 that only has the pointer and single notch for TDC on the crank pulley?

Timing recommendations?

I am still having trouble with nearly impossible hot starts and want to make sure the timing is where it should be.

Thanks for the help.

Chris
 
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Old Sep 3, 2018 | 04:42 PM
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Did get new 0 or 00 gauge cables? I had trouble starting my 54 hot. I got new cables made and now it starts easy hot or cold
 
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Hi Abe, all of my grounds are new 00. My positive wire is a little smaller and older but I don’t think that’s the issue. That being said it is on my list to replace.

I think my my issue is timing or the carb is pukeing gas back into the engine when it’s shut off.

I figured I would start by getting the timing right.

-Chris
 
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