How do you time a VW BuG with electronic ignition?
Loosen the distributor enough to turn it. Start the car,squeeze the trigger on the light at idle,then start reving the motor up pretty high. You will see the timing changes as you rev it up to around 3000 rpm. When its reved up is the time to set the timing,set it around 28-30 degrees.
What is a SVDA distributor?
The SVDA is a Single Vacuum, Dual Advance distributor with a vacuum advance for smooth acceleration off idle and a mechanical advance for higher RPM operation. The Ignitor Ignition module inside the flame thrower distributor ensures fast starts, better performance and economy and elimates the points and condensor.
When do you need a distributor in a VW?
The first thing we need to do is put the engine in a firing position for #1 cylinder. You are either in one of two situations; your engine runs, and you need/want to replace it, or your engine does not have a distributor installed and you need to put one in. We’ll start with an engine that does not have a distributor in it.
What did a cast iron distributor do for a VW?
This Cast Iron Bodied Distributor eliminated the vacuum advance system, and used engine RPMs ONLY to dictate the ignition timing. For high performance engines of the time, this was the perfect solution, since these engines were usually run at idle or full throttle!
Where is the distributor slot on a VW?
If it does not, the drive gear is not properly engauged. You need to rotate the rotor back and forth while GENTLY pushing the distributor down. When you find the slot, it will drop the rest of the way. The rotor SHOULD be pointing to the little notch in the distributor body, which is the marking for #1 cylinder firing position.
How to contact jbugs.com for VW parts?
Give us a call at 1-800-231-1784 and one of our sales representatives will be happy to assist you.