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Author Topic: Distributor and how to adjust  (Read 2563 times)

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rohnk

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Distributor and how to adjust
« on: March 31, 2012, 07:06:22 PM »
I didn't see a thread for this so I thought I'd ask the question. I'm still using the stock distributor in my Eagle and need to adjust the timing. How do I move the distributor? I know I need to rotate it, but can't locate the bolt that loosens in so I can rotate it.

My engine is covered in crud on that side so I'd like to know what I'm looking for before I clean it so I don't foul something.

I checked the timing just now and it looks like it is at 10 BTDC which should be right for where I am located (770ft above sea level).

The engine runs but stalls out unless I hold my foot on the gas. I am going to adjust the carb a little to bring up the idle speed and I need to wire up a tach to see what the RPM's are at idle. I think the idle should be 650 to 700 rpm?

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Re: Distributor and how to adjust
« Reply #1 on: March 31, 2012, 07:16:43 PM »
Lheres your bolt. dissy rotates clockwise
 



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Re: Distributor and how to adjust
« Reply #2 on: March 31, 2012, 07:21:01 PM »
that is correct idle must be set at 650 rpm in drive position with emergency brake applied + 20 rpm if needed,timing must be 10 degree + 2 degree for higher altitude, for idling problems i suggest to check for vacuum leaks or clogged carb.
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rohnk

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Re: Distributor and how to adjust
« Reply #3 on: March 31, 2012, 08:55:43 PM »
Thanks for the picture Mudkicker. Which is the front of the engine? Bottom of pic or top?

I can't see mine very clearly with the vac diaphram on it and all the crud.

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Re: Distributor and how to adjust
« Reply #4 on: March 31, 2012, 09:02:44 PM »
Bolt is front



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rohnk

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Re: Distributor and how to adjust
« Reply #5 on: March 31, 2012, 09:07:54 PM »
Ahh, I see it now. Thanks. I have a big plug of crud under the timing advance so I can't see it.

 

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