Posted by DRL on November 30, 2008 at 08:12:59 from (24.32.125.71):
In Reply to: Ford 8N timing posted by Papa Joe on November 30, 2008 at 07:51:13:
I've never timed a 8N, but here is how I initially set timing on most engines after I've had them apart. First I bring #1 piston to TDC on compression stroke. Be sure it is on compression either by placing your finger over the plug hole to feel the compression or removing the inspection plate on the side to observe that both valves are closed. After you are SURE that #1 is TDC compression, then I install the distributor so that the rotor is pointing at the #1 post on the cap. You should have noted where that post was when you removed the distributor or you can reference the repair manual. Once the distributor is properly installed, I then turn the distributor until the points are just beginning to open. If I have the electrical hooked up, I will turn on the ignition and watch for the points to spark or listen for them to "snap". If no electrical, I just watch very closely. I then tighten the distributor down and double check to be sure I didn't move it during the process. Place the cap back on the distributor (don't forget to put the rotor back in) and properly install the plug wires. This should get the timing close enough to get the engine started. I'm sure that there are timing marks somewhere. Again, a manual should have that info. After you get the engine started you can fine tune the timing. This method has never failed me in 20 years.
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