[sav_syn_sptz]

timing tag on 1970 351w?


just installed new msd distributor and coil and cant seem to find the timing tag on it?


there should be one right? if not or is missing how can i time it correctly?


thanks

chris

[certifiednut]

do you mean a timing mark in the distributor or do you mean a timing pointer onthe block or the timing marks on the balancer/main pulley?

[madmaxx69]

Should be mounted on the bottom two bolts on the front timing cover, if not it has been removed and not reinstalled. Must have one to set timing. if you still can't find it I can tell you how to make one that will work, send me a message or E mail or I will check back later

[sav_syn_sptz]

theres no marks on the balencer that i can see anymore
madmaxx69 let me know how i can make one. thanks



chris

[madmaxx69]

No problem, remove #1 spark plug, have a friend help turn the engine by HAND clock wise, place thumb over plug hole, as engine comes to top dead center on the compression stroke you will feel pressure pushing your thumb off .. "Stop" next insert a rod 6-8 inches long ( a coat hanger will do ) into # one plug hole. BY HAND turn the engine over holding the rod you will feel it rise slowly and seem to level off then start to drop "stop" back the engine up till the rod is at top.
This is top dead center for # 1 , did you find the pointer for the balancer ?? if so make a white chalk line or touch up paint "wont wash off" on the balancer at the pointer, if no pointer is on the timiming cover mark the balancer and a line straight across on the timing cover. Reinstall spark plug, fire engine up, see how close the marks line up, set the knob on the timing light to what you want the timing to be say 14* now turn dist untill lines match up timing is now set. Very easy for the average Mechanic or to the best. Let me know how it turns out.

[sav_syn_sptz]

koo thanks bro i have it on top dead center right now havent gotta make my plugs tomarrow morningso ill do that at the same time thanks for your help again



chris