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05-31-2014, 08:13 PM | #1 |
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Flathead timing
Not sure there's too much interest, but here's what I did to be able to check the timing on my engine.
I found that a 5" diameter thinwall tube would just sit in the backside of the front pulley. I had a shop cut a ring off a bit bigger than 3/8". I then carefully welded the edge of the tubing to the pulley (tubing is about .060 wall thickness). The outer diameter of the stock pulley is just a tad over 5". I then purchased some timing tape for a Pontiac that had a damper diameter of 5 1/4". I figured that would be close enough for me. I made sure I had TDC located, installed the tape, then made an indicator that will bolt to the distributor housing bolts. I'll have a complete picture soon showing the indicator Here it is and I think it'll work well. There's plenty of clearance also |
05-31-2014, 08:25 PM | #2 |
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Re: Flathead timing
Nice looking job. I've never painted an engine that color, it looks good. Walt
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05-31-2014, 08:49 PM | #3 |
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Re: Flathead timing
Thanks Walt
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05-31-2014, 10:16 PM | #4 |
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Re: Flathead timing
Good for you, every little bit helps
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05-31-2014, 10:27 PM | #5 |
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Re: Flathead timing
great idea! Thanks for the tip. Bill
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06-01-2014, 07:59 AM | #6 |
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Re: Flathead timing
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It will be interesting to be able to check the timing with a timing light. Last edited by grumpys hot rods; 06-01-2014 at 08:03 AM. Reason: add more |
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