Thanks, Tim:
I'm adding this into my Timing info pile (grin). Thank you!
I realize things may be different with your stroker motor than with a
302, but what rpm did you set the distributor to be all in by?
I hadn't thought about the proverbial bad tank of gas--Thank you for
putting it on my radar--another good reason to ease the edges a bit.
Best Regards
David
Ronak, TP (Timothy) wrote:
>David,
>Timing for a small block ford from all of the input I have received should
>be around 34-35 degrees ... ALL IN. Now it does depend on a particular
>combination as Longer rods may like a little more or less timing and more
>stroke might like a little more or less as well. One common phenomenon is
>that most engines like a little retarding (less advance like 30-32 degrees)
>at higher RPM but this is usually only available with some direct crank
>controlled electronic ignition systems.
>On my stroker Motor I run 35 degrees Total with 16 initial so that means
>there is about 19 degrees in the distributor.
>
>As for polishing the sharp edges in the chamber and on the piston. I have
>ALWAYS done this as a way to protect my bearings from the chance of getting
>a BAD tank of gas. I am only at 10.1 :1 but I still feel it is worth the
>effort. On the Tigers untied Wed site you can see the smoothed edges of my
>pistons.
>
>Best Regards,
>
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