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Date:         Wed, 27 Aug 1997 15:32:39 -0500
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From:         John Hung <jhung@ENG.AUBURN.EDU>
Subject:      Re: IginitionTiming, 87' Vanagon

>Isn't it true as far as ignition timing goes, hook up a vacuum >meter/gauge to any main vacuum lines and turn the distributor until you >get the highest vacuum reading. Now you have the perfect timing! Told >it works for all cars. > >Any truth to this timing method? > >Jack

May be optimal for that single operating point, but will timing be acceptable over the entire range of operation? There are factors like vacuum and centrifugal advance etc.

I don't really know if this is the best way to go.

John Hung 84 GL


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