Re: Timing = heating?
I worked on a Model A with a new Miller overhead valve head. It would not run right at all. It also had a Mallory distributer. I called the manufacture of the head who said the timing for that head required at least 60 degrees advance. Since the distributor had a maximum capability of 28 degrees, I had to set initial timing at 32 degrees in order to achieve 60 degrees at 2000 RPM. Malory sell a spring kit (variety of spring tensions) at a reasonable price. I had to end up using the stiffest set in order to get the right advance curve. I almost fainted when I was told I needed 60 degrees advance at 2000 RPM, but car ran great afterwards.
Don in SC
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