Looking for some basic mods?

I'd suggest (1) a new timing chain set with the keyways & adv it 4 deg. (2) then dial in the dist curve (initial with vac gauge method then limit mech timing (slots) to get 35 total (initial+slots with can capped) & the FBO plate ($25 to your door is the fastest/easiest for this) then toss the heavy spring with the elongated loop on one end & sub in a mr gasket or MP light spring in its place then adj the can to come in as fast as possible but staying under the pinging point in everyday driving under varying RPM/load conditions on your hottest/driest (most likely to ping) day (CCW with a 3/32" allen wrench slows it). any ping you can hear is TOO much. this'll be pretty easy & will wet your whistle & motivate you to continue on