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olaf

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how to set timing and dwell
« on: April 07, 2009, 18:02:42 »
Greetings.
I have been searching through the site and cant find a place that explains how to set the timing and dwell.
I am sorry but I am new to this so i need alittle step by step instructions before i start walking.
my car is a 1970 280 SL manual with pertronix ignition.

thanks for all help.
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Peter van Es

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Re: how to set timing and dwell
« Reply #1 on: April 07, 2009, 21:04:14 »
Look here for Timing and Dwell (Technical Manual): http://www.sl113.org/wiki/Electrical/Points

There's much more info for electronic ignitions, distributors etc. Just look around the Technical Manual or use the Search function (top right of the Forum).

Peter
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olaf

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Re: how to set timing and dwell
« Reply #2 on: April 08, 2009, 03:01:47 »
thanks for that info.
my compression is 190 on all cylinders.
should my settings be different then?
anyone have any experience with settings for higher compression motors?
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