pull the spark plug out of the number one cylinder (they are labeled on the intake manifold) turn the crank gear ( the bottom gear) until the piston is all the way to the top of the cylinder ( use screw driver to gauge) get the dot on the crank gear (bottom gear) as close to stright up as you can get it then the dot on the cam gear (Top Gear) goes straight down. then pull your distributer cap off and point the roter bug at the number one cylinder. then your done.
Correct timing is what ever the manufacture recommends.
To set the timing on a 1986 Honda Goldwing, first, ensure the engine is at operating temperature and then turn off the engine. Locate the timing marks on the crankshaft pulley and the timing cover, and use a timing light connected to the number one cylinder. Start the engine and aim the timing light at the marks; adjust the ignition timing by loosening the distributor bolt and rotating the distributor until the timing mark aligns with the specified setting. Finally, tighten the distributor bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it remains correct.
To fix the timing on your 1993 Buick Roadmaster, first, ensure the engine is at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke for cylinder one. Then, check the timing marks on the harmonic balancer and the timing cover to determine if adjustments are necessary. Use a timing light to check the current timing and adjust it by loosening the distributor hold-down bolt and rotating the distributor until the timing light indicates the desired setting. Finally, retighten the distributor bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it's correct.
To adjust the distributor timing on a C1500 pickup, first ensure the engine is at the correct timing position, usually at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke for cylinder one. Loosen the distributor hold-down bolt slightly, then use a timing light to check the current timing against the manufacturer's specifications. Rotate the distributor slowly until the timing light indicates the correct timing mark on the harmonic balancer. Once adjusted, tighten the hold-down bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it remains accurate.
To adjust the distributor for setting the timing on a 'SD1 V8 engine', first, ensure the engine is at the correct timing mark, usually at TDC (top dead center) on the compression stroke for cylinder number one. Loosen the distributor hold-down clamp and rotate the distributor slightly while observing the timing light or the timing marks on the engine. Adjust until the desired timing specification is met, then tighten the hold-down clamp securely. Finally, recheck the timing to ensure it hasn't shifted during tightening.
To set the timing on a 1990 Mazda Miata, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature, then turn off the engine and remove the timing belt cover. Use a timing light to check the timing marks on the crankshaft pulley and the timing indicator on the engine. Adjust the timing by loosening the distributor hold-down bolt and rotating the distributor until the timing light shows the correct timing value (usually around 10 degrees BTDC). Finally, retighten the distributor bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it remains correct.
Oh, dude, setting the timing on a 1999 Honda Civic EX? That's like trying to explain quantum physics to a cat. Basically, you gotta locate the timing marks on the crankshaft pulley and the engine block, then use a timing light to adjust the distributor until they line up. But hey, if you're not into getting your hands dirty, just take it to a mechanic and let them deal with it.
Assuming that you know how to use a timing light to adjust timing: 1. Disconnect the electronic spark control at the distributor. 2. The timing should be 10 degrees btdc. Rotate the distributor to achieve the proper setting at the timing mark on the crankshaft.
5 degrees before TDC
To set the timing for a 1984 El Camino with a 305 engine, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature and then turn off the ignition. Locate the timing marks on the harmonic balancer and the timing tab, ensuring the engine is at the correct timing position (usually 8-12 degrees BTDC for this model). Use a timing light to check the timing; if it's off, loosen the distributor hold-down bolt and adjust the distributor until the timing light shows the correct setting. Finally, tighten the bolt and recheck to confirm accuracy.
To set the timing on a 1990 454 SS Chevy, first ensure the engine is at operating temperature. Then, locate the timing mark on the harmonic balancer and the timing tab. Use a timing light to check the ignition timing while the engine is running; adjust it by loosening the distributor hold-down bolt and rotating the distributor until the desired timing mark aligns with the tab. Finally, tighten the hold-down bolt and recheck the timing to ensure it remains at the correct setting.
To check the timing in a 1978 Chevrolet G20 with a 292 engine, first ensure the engine is running at operating temperature. Then, connect a timing light to the number one spark plug wire and point it at the timing marks on the harmonic balancer. With the engine idling, check the timing mark against the specified timing setting for your engine. Adjust the timing by loosening the distributor hold-down bolt and rotating the distributor until the correct timing is achieved, then retighten the bolt.