timing

[Anonymous]

what should i set my timing to, i just installed a DS2 dizzy and a MSD 6A box, also after the choke opens what should my RPM's be at idle?

before my RPM at idle was between 500 and 600 but not sure what i had the timing set at

 

[pedal2themetal45]

HI
I'm not exaualy sure but I have heard between 12 and 15 deg static and go from their as far as the Idle I would say 5 to 600 sounds about right I wouldn't go much over 700 maybe..
tim

 

[CZLN6]

Howdy BF:

At your elevation, I'd start by trying 14 degrees of initial. If you don't get any knock, given the grade of gas you use, try adding 2 more degrees. You didn't say whether this is an auto or manual trans, and I have no memory. There is not much to be gained past about 16 degrees, except heat. You might also try regapping your plugs to .045" to .050" and going a step colder on heat range.

The idle should be as low as possible with no dying at the stop signs. With the price of gas less is better.

Enjoy!

Adios, David

 

[wsa111]

BF, just to add intial advance without knowing your engine combinations is just a guess. Yes its a step in the right direction, but need more info.
What is your compression ratio,camshaft & other engine upgrades?
After you give us the total picture we can give you proper advice on the proper #'s, such as what type of distributor you are using & carburetion. William