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Ignition Timing

Ignition timing is checked or adjusted with engine at normal operating temperature, distributor vacuum line disconnected and plugged, transmission in Neutral and engine at normal idle. On "P" models, use number two cylinder and timing mark tab on bottom of cylinder.

Ignition Timing Specifications

Application Man. Trans. Auto. Trans.
350" 2-Bbl. 0°TDC 8°BTDC
350" 4-Bbl. Fed. Light Duty
  Suburban 6°BTDC 12°BTDC
  G-2500, 3500 Rally 8°BTDC 12°BTDC
  All Others 8°BTDC 8°BTDC
350" 4-Bbl. Cal. Light Duty
  Suburban 4°BTDC 6°BTDC
  All Others 4°BTDC 8°BTDC
350" Heavy Duty, All 4°BTDC 4°BTDC
454" Light Duty, All (1) 10°BTDC
454" Heavy Duty, All 8°BTDC 8°BTDC
(1) Not available.