Does the no points distributor cap(I don't know what
it is called)eliminate the need to adjust timing. Are
there any other benefits - I'm thinking about it
instead of worrying about, points, timing, tune ups.
Thanks
--- "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net> wrote:
>
> I can check mine but you need to know where it's
> supposed to be at idle.
> (Mine is 11-12 degrees BTDC). I just set my Snap-On
> timing light to +12
> degrees and it's right on the money.
>
> - Bernd
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: How To Check Timing
>
> Ok fellas, from what I have read about our Dakotas,
> timing is computer
> controlled, right?? But I still should be able to
> use a timing light/gun and
> check it, shouldnt it? Will any ole timing light
> work on my truck, or do I
> need a 'special' B3000 YK2 super duper modular
> timing light, joking of
> course. I have access to alot of tools($20K worth of
> Craftsman and Snap On
> tools, girlfriends brother), so if I need a better
> one than what I own, that
> wont be a problem. Also, what is the best or
> preferred way to check the
> timing on our trucks. I am just thinking maybe with
> timing chain stretch and
> possibly a worn distributor drive gear and bushing,
> that maybe the timing is
> so out of wack that the computer can no longer
> compensate and adjust what is
> needed. Thanks.
> Kyle
>
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