>===== Original Message From <ow@tquest.org.uk> =====
>Hi there gurus. There are often several serial numbers for distributors for
>production runs of an engine type. Although these engines seem identical
>the ignition timing correct settings often read differently. When fitting a
>new distributor of the same type eg Lucas 45D4 which has a different timing
>numbers quoted for it do you set it up for the new or old timing values. In
>essence, do you ignition time for the old block's setting or the new
>distributors quoted setting? Can anyone tell me where these variations
>arise? One only has to look at the Haynes Manual for the Mini to see the
>timing variations over the years! I've often wondered about this and now
>need your help again to get the Triumph fired up! Cheers, OJ.
>
Well, the dizzy might contain different weights for the advance which might
necessitate diferrent settings. Then again the engine where it came from might
have had adifferent cam which might necessitate a different setting. Best get
the thing rolling roaded. Cheers,
............Gernot von Hoegen................
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