Engine Timing

[ndburli]

Every since acquiring this Syclone it has become my goal to learn as much possible about them. I do not trust many places with my wheelbarrow let alone my Syclone. I want to know how to do most of the work if not all. That being said the distributor and plugs/wires were recently replaced on the truck prior to me purchasing it. I want to make sure the timing is correct and running as it should. Is it possible to explain how to check the timing to say...A noob just trying to learn? Or perhaps is this too great a task for someone with minimal knowledge? Thanks as always for the help...its much appreciated!

 

[johnboy89]

Re: Engine Timing

I want to make sure the timing is correct and running as it should. Is it possible to explain how to check the timing to say...A noob just trying to learn? Or perhaps is this too great a task for someone with minimal knowledge? Thanks as always for the help...its much appreciated!

Not at all, but searching will tell you exactly how to:

http://www.syty.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32006&highlight=base+timing+set

Good Luck with the new ride!!!!!

 

[Ty 1885]

Re: Engine Timing

Always ask questions! That is how we all learn.
First: you need to get a (SERVICE MANUAL) not a Haynes book from auto stores.
Second: always think of what the part does, why its there, what may happen if i remove/motify it.
Third: NEVER take anyones advice as gospel! Double and triple check, then see if it makes sense to you.
Forth: Do your own work! If you have to have someone to work on it, make sure you watch them carefully!!!

 

[Don W.]

Re: Engine Timing

X2 I would only add that these motors are very sensitive to timing and to check again after tightening dist.

There are lots of ways to put a wrench on the hold down. My personal recommendation is a 1/4 drive 9/16 wobble socket with an extension.

 

[Syclone22]

Re: Engine Timing

These trucks are very interesting owning a SY and TY
i am still learning some new tricks every time again
look for a setting base timing post on here it has every
step by step instructions how to .