With that set, remove the cap from the distributor.

We prefer to set the initial timing for most engines at 10 degrees Before Top Dead Center (BTDC). Once you feel compression building, look for the zero mark on the harmonic balancer to approach the timing tag. With the Number One spark plug removed, place your thumb over the hole while turning the engine. If the engine is in the car, you can use the starter motor to crank the engine. In our case, the spark plugs were all removed, which makes turning the engine over very easy. Our particular engine is a brand new Chevrolet Goodwrench crate engine on which we’ve already installed a new intake manifold. However, the process we’ll describe is exactly the same for any four-stroke engine. The process is easy and it will take longer to read about than to actually perform the task, so let’s get started.įor this procedure, we will use a small-block Chevy because that was the closest engine for the photos. But if you are working on an older engine with a distributor, this is essential information. With the latest generation of distributor-less engines, this tribal knowledge has slipped from its “must-know” status. Registered in England and Wales, Company Number 2680212, our VAT registration is 766436989.Dropping a distributor into the engine is a time-honored procedure that has been around since the first engines coughed their way to life more than 100 years ago. Use may affect your credit score or make credit less accessible or more expensive for you. Pay in 3 is a form of credit, may not be suitable for everyone. Pay in 3 eligibility is subject to status and approval.

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