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Yes,Yes, the points cam must be *rotated and locked* in position because the static ignition timing is set at the fully advanced (28° BTDC) position.*(See Factory Manual, C38, "Ignition Timing Procedure - Engine Static", 5, 6 &7.) Correct.Yes, when setting the ignition timing statically.No. If you have a strobe then you don't remove valve covers (step 4, as you will be running the engine) or steps 5, 6 & 7. They are for static timing.If you have a strobe then all you need to do is set the ignition timing statically so it's close enough for the engine to be started.The actual timing of each cylinder can then be set using the strobe by revving the engine until the auto advance reaches/exceeds full advance RPM and then adjusting the backplate or the sub-plates.
Yes,
Yes, the points cam must be *rotated and locked* in position because the static ignition timing is set at the fully advanced (28° BTDC) position.
*(See Factory Manual, C38, "Ignition Timing Procedure - Engine Static", 5, 6 &7.)
Correct.
Yes, when setting the ignition timing statically.
No. If you have a strobe then you don't remove valve covers (step 4, as you will be running the engine) or steps 5, 6 & 7. They are for static timing.
If you have a strobe then all you need to do is set the ignition timing statically so it's close enough for the engine to be started.
The actual timing of each cylinder can then be set using the strobe by revving the engine until the auto advance reaches/exceeds full advance RPM and then adjusting the backplate or the sub-plates.
