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When setting ignition timing on ford 302 5.0 engine does the rotor need to pointing to the number one on the distributor cap?
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∙ 12y ago
If you are setting the timing with a timing light then it don't matter where the rotor is pointing.
But if you are putting the Distributor in then yes. When it is in, It must be pointing to
#1 on cap so vaccume advance don't hit the thermostat housing when you adjust the timing with a light.
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