A general number for timing is around 10 but that can change based on the engine setup. The idle speed also depends on the set up but its about 900-1000 and 700-800 in gear with a stock engine.
I know the timing is 6 degrees Before TDC but I don't know what the idle RPM is.. I'm trying to find that myself right now...
Ignition Timing degree B.T.D.C at idle speed 20 degree plus or minus 2 degree
0.019
autozone.com has online manuals that give you all that info Also just look under the hood. There you will find a placard with this some if not all this information.
I don't know I'm also still searching the answer for this question.
There is no provision for setting the ignition timing. The timing is set by the computer by way of engine sensors sending signals to it by such things as temperature, load, speed, and intake air.
1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2 An oldie, but a goodie- have fun. The ignition timing is 4 degrees before top dead center. Adjust the point dwell to 30 degrees and the adjust the idle speed. then disconnect the vacuum to the vacuum advance and set the timing. Reconnect the vacuum and fine tune the carburator. With an upgrade to electronic ignition and with running todays gas (low octane) a bump up in timing would be recomended. Try running about 6 degrees after and see how it does would not go above 12 after.
10 degrees before TDC
Check for vaccuum leak. Check ignition timing Check timing chain (may have jumped) Check for restricted exhaust Transmission? Clutch slipping? Plugged air filter? Plugged fuel filter?
If you mean set ignition timing, generally not although with certain VWs you need a scan tool instead of a timing light. For any vehicle with adjustable ignition timing, there is a correct method for setting ignition timing which may require specific operating temperature and engine speed and possible unplugging something or pressing some buttons. If you just want to get ignition timing somewhere near reasonable on a carbureted engine with no electronic spark timing or advance, you can plug a vacuum gauge into manifold vacuum and turn the distributor until the vacuum reading is highest. A basic timing light can cost as little as $10 or so from an auto parts store and may also be available as a loaner tool. If you're talking about setting cam timing, a timing light is not used.
2000 lbs according to specs on the kbb.com web site
400 ci spark plug r-46ts spark plug gap .040 point dwell 28 to 32 point gap .016 ignition timing 12b fuel pump pressure 5 to 6 1/2 idle speed 650