what is the correct way to set the timing on a 1983 Buick regal with a 3.8 liter engine,2 barrel carb (computer controled) automatic transmission
Jan 16, 2011 at 10:41 AM
engine timing
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Are you refering to the timing chain or adjusting the timing from the distributor?
Jan 16, 2011 at 11:20 AM
i am refering to the distributor timing i recall something about disconnecting a wire in order to get the correct reading
Jan 16, 2011 at 12:24 PM
Disconnect the 4 wire connector at the distributor. With the engine warm and at an idle, the timing should be at 15 DBTC.
Jan 16, 2011 at 5:24 PM
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