timing with a 270 regrind cam

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timing with a 270 regrind cam

Post by mike37 cdn » Tue Jan 15, 2019 8:40 am

re building my 26 engine bought a 270 regrind cam just wondering if I need to set the timing different than the stock at 15 dec atdc i put in new ss valves and adjustable lifters and running high compression pistons thanks mike
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Re: timing with a 270 regrind cam

Post by Mark Gregush » Tue Jan 15, 2019 11:57 am

Same as any other T, just after top dead center. You are setting for the spark to happen just after to prevent kick back. After that setting to where it runs best.
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! :shock:

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