I took my distributor apart tonight and the bushing seem fine. I think the
problem is the springs. They seem to be too loose. I can adjust the timing
slightly without the springs stretching at all. Am I correct to think they
should be tight?
Thanks,
Adam
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From: Adam C Beasley [mailto:adam@adambeasley.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2004 10:06 AM
To: '6pack@autox.team.net'
Subject: Engine... distributor
All,
I found my problem. actually two. One of my sparkplugs decided to not work
much anymore, thus I was running on 5 cylinders part of the time.
Apparently it worked sometimes but not others. So, I replaced the plug and
gave her a test drive. not much power and still missing but not as bad. I
checked the timing and found it was way advanced from where it was
originally set (I had timing it statically and dynamically verified). I
adjusted the timing again dynamically to 4 ATDC and she ran smooth with good
power. SWEET! However while I was driving I noticed when I stopped at a
stop sign that my idle had increased to 1,000 RPM from around 850. when I
got back to my garage I checked the timing and it had again advanced itself
some (but not as far). I reset the timing and reved the engine a few times,
checked the timing. again it was advanced from 4 ATDC. Is this normal? I
verified my vacuum line is working as when I pull the line the RPM jumps.
Also, where is a good place to get distributor parts? I'm looking for a
clamping plate for a 73 distributor in particular (the one on my car is
pretty messed up from the DPO). Also, is there a cheaper place to find new
distributors (or refurbished/rebuilt) than TRF? (mostly looking for
cheaper!!!) My $5,000 car is rapidly approaching $10,000!!! :-)
Thanks!
Adam
73 TR6
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From: Adam C Beasley [mailto:adam@adambeasley.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 19, 2004 7:58 PM
To: '6pack@autox.team.net'
Subject: Sound of Engine / ehaust
Does anyone have a wav or sound file of their car running with the standard
exhaust? I was tuning mine and it sounds like a fast drum. I don't know if
that's normal or I'm missing a cylinder. I'm waiting for my car to cool
down now so I can pull the plugs without burning myself.
Thanks,
Adam
73 TR6
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