Grandfatherjim
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Pulled the distributor to install an O-ring under the securing clamp, and lost track of the rotor position when I blinked.
So, go to reinstall following the instructions and look in the hole for the timing marks. Not visible on the rusty flywheel. Now what?
I rotated the engine till piston #1 was at the top, but not sure whether it's on the exhaust or compression stroke.
Do I need to look at the rocker arms or is there an easier way? I just would rather not have to take the gas tank off because it's really cold these days and I only want to spend 10 minutes at a time working out in the garage. But if I have to I have to.
Then, once that's determined, how can I get close to the 6 degrees BTDC called for in the manual?
I understand all the basics, have been playing with cars and tractors for decades, but am just hoping there is some nifty shortcut my frozen brain isn't remembering.
Thanks,
Jim
So, go to reinstall following the instructions and look in the hole for the timing marks. Not visible on the rusty flywheel. Now what?
I rotated the engine till piston #1 was at the top, but not sure whether it's on the exhaust or compression stroke.
Do I need to look at the rocker arms or is there an easier way? I just would rather not have to take the gas tank off because it's really cold these days and I only want to spend 10 minutes at a time working out in the garage. But if I have to I have to.
Then, once that's determined, how can I get close to the 6 degrees BTDC called for in the manual?
I understand all the basics, have been playing with cars and tractors for decades, but am just hoping there is some nifty shortcut my frozen brain isn't remembering.
Thanks,
Jim