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Old 07-23-2020, 07:59 AM   #18
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Default Re: Adjusting the Retard/Advance on the steering column

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Originally Posted by dfairty1 View Post
Hi Bill, I do have the wrench.
OK, if you have the Nu-Rex Timing Wrench, then just follow the instructions that came with that wrench and forget about all the test lights and clicks of the spark lever.

Nu-Rex Timing Wrench:



Use timing pin to get #1 cylinder on TDC. Rotate wrench on cam around clockwise and as you approach touching pin #4 of the distributor body, tighten the cam screw.

Fun Fact:
You can also use this tool to check your timing. Don't loosen the cam screw. Just use the timing pin to get the engine #1 cylinder to TDC and then put the wrench on the cam. Gently turn the wrench clockwise to take slack out of the distributor shaft/drive and the wrench should stop right at pin #4 of the distributor body. If it does, timing is good.

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