Well, in a round about way, maybe. If the timing is that far off, and the motor is struggling to pull the load, maybe. But just running, or idling, no way.
how do i set the timing for a chevy 350 small block?
Everything is different in that motor.
16* bdc
The timing chain and gears.
4 degree advanced, or BTDC.
line up timing marks from harmonic balancer and timing tab on timing cover
4, to 6 degrees advanced, or BTDC.
Thay all did in the 80s
4 degrees advanced, or BTDC.
That means the timing chain and gears are worn out / to loose.
4, to 6 degrees advanced, or BTDC.
4 degrees advanced, or BTDC.