1985 Chevy Truck Engine timing

1985 CHEVROLET TRUCK
120,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIDGES
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I just rebuilt my chevy 350. I got it running but ir is backfiring when I accelerate. I'm wondering if it would be cost effective to have a mechanic adjust the timing rather than me buying a timing light and spending time adjusting it.

What is the average price for adjusting the timing? I know there are a lot of variables involved. However I'm almost sure it's a simple timing issue involving the distributor.
Nov 16, 2008 at 5:55 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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HI there,

If it is just a matter of re setting the ignition timing, this would only take a few min, so one would hope that the cost would be very minimal, maybe a phone call to see what they will charge first.

mark (mhpautos)
Nov 17, 2008 at 4:41 AM
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