The timing specification for a 1964 Ford Mercury with a 390 engine is typically set at 6 to 8 degrees BTDC (before top dead center) at idle. It's important to ensure that the timing is set with the vacuum advance disconnected and the engine at operating temperature. Additionally, the total timing should be checked at higher RPMs to ensure it falls within the manufacturer's recommended range. Always refer to the specific service manual for your vehicle for the most accurate details.
Do I need to pull the oil pan to take off the timing cover on FE 390.
6 degrees BTDC.
6 degrees btdc.
The factory service manual specifies eight degrees before top dead center. With unleaded fuel though, you may have to play with it a couple degrees either way.
Connect timing light in series with No. 1 spark plug Connect timing light to battery Remove vacuum line to vacuum advance unit on distributor Mark timing marks on crankshaft and stationary Loosed distribtor hold down slightly Start vehicle and move distributor slight to align timing marks
Gose counterclockwise on 302-360-390 and 460.
autolite 4 barrel with vacuum secondaries .
Good rule of thumb around 6 to 8 btdc
12 degrees BTDC with the automatic transmission ( unless the engine compartment decal shows different )
The estimated cost including parts and labor to replace the timing belt on a 2002 Ford Focus 2.0 liter,Ê4-cylinder DOHC is $390 to $500. This estimate does not include tax or fees.
Ford just refers to it as the 390 but it would be ( around 6.4 liters )
You just turn the distrbutor just like any car