timing issue

2000 GMC SAFARI
22,226 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LEERICKY
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If the timing is set back in a gmc safari with 222,76 miles and a vortec motor, will the motor die soon?
Dec 18, 2010 at 6:22 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Incorrect ignition timing will result in poor performance and poor economy, if the engine is pinging on acceleration you do run the risk of burning a piston but this is long term.

mark (mhpautos)
Dec 28, 2010 at 6:15 PM
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