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Ignition Timing

Set timing with air cleaner removed and manifold vacuum fitting plugged. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hose, Set idle at 1100 RPM.

Ignition Timing Specification

Application Timing
350" 12° BTDC
455"
  Cutlass 14° BTDC
  Toronado 10° BTDC
  All Others 8° BTDC