How do you set timing on a 305 motor?

Separate issue, if you need too set the timing following a timing belt change or belt slippage then you have to set the mechnical timing of the motor. Go buy a Chilton or Haynes manual which will tell you where the marks are and you can properly set the timing before starting the motor.

What is the ignition timing supposed to be set at for 305 engine on a 1977 nova?

What's the mileage on the engine and what altitude are you at? check out boxwrench.com

What do you do if timing and distributor are set but engine still backfires 1989 Chevy 305?

maybe check for a worn CAM LOB.

What is the set timing for a 1985 Chevy Camaro V8 305 TPI?

unplug the wire that says tach on the dist cap that's the one that reads rpm do this while car is off if this wire is unplugged it will not tell the computer to advance or retart the timing then set your timing to 8 degrees tighten it up and plug it in and that's how you set the timing

How do you set timing on a 2000 Malibu 3100 motor?

timing is preset at factory,no adjustments, the sensors send info to pcm to control timing and fuel.

How do you set the timing on a 11HP BriggsStratten lawn mower motor?

Replace the keyway under the flywheel, change the camshaft timing.

How to set ignition timing on 30L motor?

The ignition timing is probably controlled by the computer, and cannot be manually set. Check to see if it has a distributor, if it does it may be adjustable, if not, it is not adjustable.

Where can you find the timing marks on a 1994 ford escort 1.9L SEFI motor?

It has no timing marks because the ignition timing is set by the computer and isn't adjustable.

What is the timing set at for an 86 trans am with tpi fuel injection?

6 degrees before top dead center on the 305 TPI

Are the motor mounts for a Buick 305 the same as a Chevy 350?

If the Buick 305 is really a Chevy 305, then the motor mounts will interchange with a Chevy 350.

What performance timing gear chain is best for a 305 for low end power?

A timing gear set such as a link, or a true roller ,or just stock ,will not affect your basic performance; A quality timing chain set will just add durability. A basic stock set with a steel gear on top is hard to beat for what you want.

How do you change the timing belt on a 1982 Chevy caprice 305 v8?

There is no timing belt on a 305 unless it is an aftermarket belt drive system.

How do you set timing on a 1991 ford Lincoln V8 motor?

Computer controlled - not adjustable

Why will my 86 Monte Carlo with a 305 only run when set 35 degrees below TDC?

if the motor is running good at that point there is a god chance the outer ring on your harmonic balancer has just slightly shifted on the rubber and your actually probabbly at around tdc or somewhere close, with the stock 305 factory timing should be 6 degrees advanced

Have a 305 Chevrolet motor that will not go in timeget no change when you pull the est to set the timing?

Whenever someone has trouble timing a Chevrolet V8 engine, the cause for the problem generally points to a stretched or worn out timing chain & gears. Make sure that all timing advance mechanisms are disabled. Depending on the age of the vehicle in question it may be as simple as plugging the vacuum line to the distributor, or as difficult as disabling the advance circuit of the engine control unit. If all advance systems have…

Show you the timing wheels how it sets?

All motors are different, need to know the make ,year and what size motor to tell where to set the timing.

What are the timing marks for a 1951 Dodge Coronet flathead 6 motor?

The timing should be set at TDC (Top Dead Center). The timing marks are located on the vibration damper and timing chain cover.

What is the correct timing for 98 305 silverado and how with a timing light it is ajustable right. it has a v notch on the timing cover and the mark on the harmonic balance?

I had the same prob. with my 98 Tahoe it has a 350 but if your motor is computerized and is vortec im sure its the same. the computer times it for you.

Your 305 has no timing pointer just the line on the balancer where do you mount the pointer you bought?

the pointer has its on mounting spot on the front of the block when you bolt it on the pointer will be set

Where is the set timing connector on a 1985 Chevy 305?

on my 1985 iroz 305 TPI it was on the fire wall in front of passager side little black plug in 2 half inches long with black wire with white stripe.

Where is the timing wire on a 98 Chevy 5.7 liter motor?

It does not have one. The timing is controled by the computor. If the timing is not right then the check engine light will be on. You will need a OBD2 engine scanner to set the timing correctly. The only thing you can do is set the base timing by Ear good enough to get it running, then use the engine scanner to get it right,

How do I adjust diesel timing on a 1992 Ford F-350?

clean on the front of the pump on top where it bolts on the motor there are timing marks there line up the long marks to set the timing.

Time belt setting for 350 motor?

The Chevy 350 does not have a timing belt, It has a timing chain. If you are wanting to know where to set the timing, then I need to know the year of the engine. Thay are all different.

Ignition timing degrees 88 camaro 305 automatic transmission?

facotry is set at 0 TDC but a 6-8 degree andvance will improve MPG's and more power, must run 91 octane if timing is set more then 2-3 degrees BTDC

Do you have to disconnect the computer to time an 1991 camaro with a 305?

there is a brown or brown/white wire in the harness near the firewall. it must be disconnected to set base timing

Does the 305 have a timing belt or chain?

It has a timing chain. All V-8 Gm products have them.

A friend of mine has a 88 camaro it has a 305 truck motor in it and he claims its fast but what is the stock hp you took the vin a found out it was a 5.0 but what motor was in it?

The 5.0 is also the 305. So it originally came with the 305.

How do you set the timing a 1978 Mercury 90 hp boat motor?

Link and sync....check iBoats forum

What are the piston locations on a 1988 Chevy Camaro Z28 305 and how do you set the timing?

Use the link posted below to find your answers to mechanical (and other) questions on the Camero.

What should a Chevy 305 be set at with a timing light?

You should start at 4-degrees before TDC <-this is what it should be 2942E6B7-0D26-E667-F7DC-E162A40E3ADF 1.03.01

What should the timing be set at on 1986 Chevy 305 with edelbrock carburetor and intake with headers?

Try 12 degrees initial and see if it pings. If not, try a little more.