Beginning timing

[Mr GT]

Hello all, I'm am putting a 440ci in my 69 dart! My question is to achieve 8 btdc, is the timing for this engine! The engine is on a rolling stand, so do I turn the engine to 8 btdc and then set the distributor to #1 cylinder? This is just so I can fire it up when I get it in the car! Thank you for any advice

 

[halifaxhops]

No #1 is at 0 then set the timing while running. No confusion then. It will start.

 

[doug 371]

Hello all, I'm am putting a 440ci in my 69 dart! My question is to achieve 8 btdc, is the timing for this engine! The engine is on a rolling stand, so do I turn the engine to 8 btdc and then set the distributor to #1 cylinder? This is just so I can fire it up when I get it in the car! Thank you for any advice

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