Dwell setting
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Dwell setting
Been 10 yrs since i changed points. (only 5000) miles put on car.
But forgot,do u set the dwell with vauum advance connected or with vacuum advanced plugged.
thanks in advance
But forgot,do u set the dwell with vauum advance connected or with vacuum advanced plugged.
thanks in advance
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You are thinking about setting the timing where you disconnect the vacuum line at the vacuum advance and plug the line. For years I have kept a couple golf tees just for this purpose.
Of course, remember to set the dwell (28-32) before setting the timing since a change in dwell will affect timing.
Of course, remember to set the dwell (28-32) before setting the timing since a change in dwell will affect timing.
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I just did the points and dwell in my 68 BB yesterday. Every time I do it it reminds me why they tossed the shielding back in the old days. It sure looks pretty but is a real pain in the a$$ for routine maintenance.
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i just put the timing light hookup up by the distributor cap on the number 1 plug where the braided shielding ends. No problem
