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Timing help
Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 5:10 pm
by Gerry
I am trying to adjust the timing on my truck but my mark is way to the left of the pointer. What would cause this. Engine has been completely redone with petronix ign installed. Could something be done wrong?
Thnx
Re: Timing help
Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 5:32 pm
by RMS
oil pump a tooth out ?
Re: Timing help
Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 5:00 pm
by Cav Trooper
That was the problem with mine. When I got it, the timing was so far advanced that I couldn't get it close. Removed the oil pump and reinstalled correctly, problem solved.
Re: Timing help
Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 4:25 am
by Gerry
Thanks, Good place to start. Hopefully give it a try this week.
Re: Timing help
Posted: Fri May 13, 2016 2:32 pm
by Gerry
Update.
After trying two more times I tried rotating oil pump one extra spline and the timing was right on. Thanks all for the input. Frustrating it didnt work how manual describes.
Re: Timing help
Posted: Fri May 13, 2016 3:47 pm
by RMS
some times the marks dont line up on the pump to compensate for the twist of the gear.
good to hear you got it sorted. is she breathing fire ?
Re: Timing help
Posted: Sat May 14, 2016 4:04 am
by Gerry
Yes she runs. I think I need to Just need to fine tune carb. Idles slightly rough. Had to work today so no time for test drive till tomorrow.