Anyone using a Curve Kit?
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Intermediate
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From: Topsfield MA
Anyone using a Curve Kit?
I'm considering replacing my stock advance weights in my distributor with a "curve kit". My understanding is that it advances the engine at lower rpms and can give a power boost at those levels.
Is anyone using these and do they work as expected?
Thanks!
Is anyone using these and do they work as expected?
Thanks!
Race Director
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: NC,USA
Re: Anyone using a Curve Kit? (bigbobbyb)
i dont have one in "yet"
All it does is advance the mechanical timing faster then stock... giving more hp faster as long as its tuned to the motor :cheers:
One of those performance things, something everyone needs to do, but few know how to do it... i'm an everyone :lol:
All it does is advance the mechanical timing faster then stock... giving more hp faster as long as its tuned to the motor :cheers:
One of those performance things, something everyone needs to do, but few know how to do it... i'm an everyone :lol:
Le Mans Master
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From: Orlando Floriduh
Re: Anyone using a Curve Kit? (ZD75blue)
A re-curved distributor doesn't always mean more or faster advance. It is a means to tailor the distributor's advance curve. Read Lar's paper on this topic at http://www.corvettfaq.com for a good understanding on timing advance and how to set up a distributor. It's easy but a little knowedge is heplful or you can damage you engine.
