Where do I put timing marks on my flywheels?
Here are some ignition timing ranges for you to use. For Racing I mark my flywheels every 10 degree up to 60 degree and put smaller marks at 5 degree incumbents. You can guess down to 1 degree with these marks. Loading…
How often do you put timing marks on a Harley?
This means it only works on the 1st hundred years of carbureted Harley’s, not the fuel injections model Harley’s. Here are some ignition timing ranges for you to use. For Racing I mark my flywheels every 10 degree up to 60 degree and put smaller marks at 5 degree incumbents. You can guess down to 1 degree with these marks. Loading…
How do you set ignition timing with no timing marks?
Rotate the engine very slowly back and forth until the screwdriver is at the maximum height. This indicates the number one cylinder is at Top Dead Center or “TDC” on the compression stroke. Locate the number one spark plug wire on distributor cap and make a tic-mark of this position with a marker pen on the distributor housing.
Where are the timing marks on a spark plug?
This indicates the number one cylinder is at Top Dead Center or “TDC” on the compression stroke. Locate the number one spark plug wire on distributor cap and make a tic-mark of this position with a marker pen on the distributor housing. Remove the distributor cap and observe the position of the rotor.
How do you set timing on an arc flywheel?
If you are using an ARC adjustable hub flywheel, begin by setting the hub index mark in the middle of the degree marks on the aluminum body. This will give you the maximum amount of adjustability after you set the timing based on the cam manufacturer’s specifications.
What should I do if my flywheel spins?
Keys do very little to prevent a flywheel from spinning, and they will hinder your accuracy. Carefully tighten down the starter nut. Check and recheck the timing several times as you tighten to be sure that the white timing lines are still aligned and that the degree wheel is still where it is supposed to be. Then tighten the starter nut, A LOT.
Where is the timing light on an ARC Racing car?
Attach the timing light to the battery and clamp the induction lead on the plug wire. Be careful that all wires are away from the flywheel. With the timing light pointing at the front of the block, turn the crankshaft clockwise with a drill or starter and you will see the timing strobe light up the white line.
When do you put the white line on the flywheel?
With the magnet at 12 o’clock under the coil put a white line on the outside rim of the flywheel at about 3 o’clock. This line needs to be plainly visible when looking at the block from the front.