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Why is it when you set your distributor on number 1 and check the timing gears the cam gear is at 12 O'clock and the Crank gear is 12 O'clock I know that the Crank gear is correct whats going on TY?
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∙ 17y ago
I'd have to double check, but I believe the cam and crank timing marks are SUPPOSED to be pointing directly at each other to be on #1TDC. Just turn the crankshaft 360 degrees, back to TDC, then point the distributor at #1. You shouldn't need to change the timing chain adjustment.
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