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Setting Timing
Do I have to diconnect the vaccum line to the distributor when setting the timing in my 1950 F1 straight six flathead?
 
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Yes, disconnect and plug the vacuum line from the carb, or you will have a vacuum leak.
 
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Yes. Applies to most carb powered vehicles. Just rechecked the timing on my 55 239V8 yesterday and the shop manual says to disconnect.
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