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Where is a good place and brand /model timing light to get...just to check mine and keep it checked nothing fancy just a decent one that works and what does timing need to be set at?
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Just grab a cheap one from Harbor Freight.
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A couple of things- Cen-Tech 40963, Harbor Freight $29.99, adjustable knob on end. I don't believe it will work with a MSD ignition box.To time using an MSD ignition box use MSD 8990 timing light, which isn't the knob adjustable one.
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Amazon has a good selection as low as 25 bucks.
I use a digital over, 100 in Canada.
Last edited by Rudi (10/22/2023 6:06 PM)
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Advance......Auto zoo.....shoot Walmart might even.
Don't fool with the 'dial-back...smile-back' ones.....you don't need it .
Set initial timing about 12-14 BTDC. Verify TDC on the engine...buy a timing tape and put it on the damper.
That way when the timing light hits it you can 'see' what the timing is at different RPM's.
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we have a new Harbor Freight, I will check them out.
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Biggest question is whether or not you want the dial back feature or not. If you have a timing tape installed or a balancer with marks out to say 50 degrees BTDC you don''t need it. If you only basically have a TDC mark you have to decide would you rather spend a little more on a light to get the dial back feature or install a timing tape.
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I have a Bosch timing light that I bought a few years ago when my Craftsman light I have had since high school quit. I really like it.
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While they may cost more, consider one with an RPM readout. Helps with both initial and full advance timing settings, as well as those in between.
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