Need help setting the timing of a 305
Hi, guys! I just broke in a mildly built 305. Seeking some advice from the 305 experts, please... and please don't criticize my engine choice lol. I had a reason for going that route - the safety of a teen-ager.. ugh!
9.7:1 compression Rebuilt 305 HO heads Comp Cams XE256 full cam kit Edelbrock Performer RPM intake Edelbrock 1403 carb (500 cfm) Stock HEI distributor Stainless shorty headers I used a stock harmonic balancer with the zero mark painted white but it has no numbers on it. Broke in the cam today - that went fine.. Straight headers right now and it's too loud to get a good feel for the timing. I presume I need some timing tape... What initial timing should I start with and how much total timing should this engine need? Thanks for any input! Posted via Mobile Device |
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You'll need to experiment but here's some good info on figuring it out.
http://www.badasscars.com/index.cfm/...d=76/prd76.htm |
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There's no timing tab on the timing chain cover? And btw that 305 seems like it'll be pretty sweet... still be plenty o' motor for a teenager.
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Is that a 350 cam spec or a 305 cam spec. May be kinda small for the compression
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Unfortunately you have open headers, so the ear method won't work so well. ;) EDIT: There is a nice discussion and picture here of what you should be seeing: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=151464 or maybe this one, depending on the style used in your engine: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...et-timing.html (see post #6) |
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My 305 had the timing mark at the 12 o'clock on the stock H/Bal Don't know if all were this way.
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The engine runs better the more throttle, but it is rough and wants to die pulling out of the hole. It is a stock/rebuilt TH350 with 1,750 stock stall converter. I haven't adjusted on the carb yet. I need to get the exhaust on it and then I can tell more about it. It rattles my teeth at this stage. |
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And yes, you're right! These shorty headers open are deafening.. lol |
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Picture Of The Wire And Where Its At Would Be Very Helpful Thank You Harley03joe :smoke: :smoke: :smoke: |
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