Timing help

Gerry · Post by **Gerry** » Sat May 07, 2016 5:10 pm

I am trying to adjust the timing on my truck but my mark is way to the left of the pointer. What would cause this. Engine has been completely redone with petronix ign installed. Could something be done wrong?
Thnx

RMS · Post by **RMS** » Sat May 07, 2016 5:32 pm

oil pump a tooth out ?

Cav Trooper · Post by **Cav Trooper** » Sun May 08, 2016 5:00 pm

That was the problem with mine. When I got it, the timing was so far advanced that I couldn't get it close. Removed the oil pump and reinstalled correctly, problem solved.

Gerry · Post by **Gerry** » Mon May 09, 2016 4:25 am

Thanks, Good place to start. Hopefully give it a try this week.

Gerry · Post by **Gerry** » Fri May 13, 2016 2:32 pm

Update.
After trying two more times I tried rotating oil pump one extra spline and the timing was right on. Thanks all for the input. Frustrating it didnt work how manual describes.

RMS · Post by **RMS** » Fri May 13, 2016 3:47 pm

some times the marks dont line up on the pump to compensate for the twist of the gear.

good to hear you got it sorted. is she breathing fire ?

Gerry · Post by **Gerry** » Sat May 14, 2016 4:04 am

Yes she runs. I think I need to Just need to fine tune carb. Idles slightly rough. Had to work today so no time for test drive till tomorrow.

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