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Ignition Timing

Connect timing light and tachometer to engine. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hose. Adjust idle speed to 600-800 RPM. Rotate distributor as needed to set timing to specifications. Reconnect distributor vacuum hose.

IGNITION TIMING SPECIFICATIONS

Application RPM Timing
All Models 600-800 10°BTDC
Fig 1: Ignition Timing Marks
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