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Old July 22nd, 2021, 11:58 AM
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whats the correct ignition timing for a 67 olds 442 w30 400ci 4spd non ac
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Old July 22nd, 2021, 01:33 PM
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Dwell at 30*, timing 7.5* before top dead center @850 RPM with the vacuum advance disconnected. Idle RPM should wind up at 600RPM.
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Old July 22nd, 2021, 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by oldcutlass
Dwell at 30*, timing 7.5* before top dead center @850 RPM with the vacuum advance disconnected. Idle RPM should wind up at 600RPM.
Of course, that assumes a totally stock engine running on 1967-vintage high test.
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