PowerArc Timing

pvisseriii said:

Has anyone found it necessary to set or check the timing with a strobe (timing light) with the PowerArc.

When setting the static timing as directed at TDC, I find the sensitivity is quite fine when bringing the encoder into position the bring the light on.

It just seem that any perceivable movement of the encoder wheel as would be done if a little off from an indication from a strobe lamp would disavow the program. That is to say that this type and sensitivity of static time may be more accurate than the strobe, not to mention the inconsistencies in the timing marks, and any changes the strobe timing might suggest would spoil the static setup.

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MikeG said:

I found that if you snug the center bolt to the point of just bearly being able to turn the encoder wheel it makes it easier to tell when you've hit the right spot.

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cjandme said:

my wife always tells me when I've hit the right spot

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1up3down said:

I always just advance the timing until starts to kick back on starting, then retard a shade, with any ignition

sounds simplistic but when I check with a strobe light it shows pretty much spot on

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MikeG said:

This can be hard to do with a PowerArc. Until it "sees" TDC the first time around it does not enter the programmed advance curve. You have to get the pistons in the position you want before turning the key on, and if it does'nt start make sure you turn key of again before starting over. OldBritts has a remedy for this but I have not yet taken mine off to send it back.

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