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Old 06-30-2009 | 06:36 PM
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Timimg set too High

Hi All,
Finally got the 83 z-28 with the 305 motor to start and stay running.Now I have the problem with the timimg set too high.I found TDC when I was doing
the intake replacement.When trying to start the car,the starter drags pretty good to the point that the battery is getting tired.I also noticed that when i took it for a test drive,that when i jump on it, the carb fails to kick in.I know all of this has to do with timing.Any suggestions?
Old 06-30-2009 | 09:33 PM
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Re: Timimg set too High

Did you use a timing light when you set the timing? What's it set at?
Old 07-25-2009 | 07:39 PM
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Re: Timimg set too High

I've got an 89 305 TBI Firebird. What is the timing supposed to be set at? I just bought a cheapo timing light from Harbor Freight.
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