> Date: Thu, 07 May 1998 11:50:54 -0500
> From: James Henry <James_Henry@willbros.com>
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Setting the timing
> Reply-to: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Hi, guys...this may sound like a stupid question, but is there a way to manually set the base
> timing on the 5.2/5.9 magnum V8's with a inductive timing light? I
> am most fimilar with 5.0 ford engines>
> thanks,
> James
> 1998 RC R/T
Short answer: NO!
Long answer: The spark timing is controller by the computer and the
magnetic sensors on the harmonic balancer/crank pulley.
Timing must be set by a dealership with the correct electronic
diagnostic equipment. I can fax you the page out of the 1997
service manual if you are in doubt.
Don't tinker with the distributor. Its position
controls fuel distribution (again, according the manual).
-Scott
"No, Homer, very few cartoons are broadcast live. It's a
terrible strain on the illustrator's wrist."
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