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Old 07-09-2008, 09:38 PM   #10
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Re: 5.7 Vortec Timing Problems Please Help!!!

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Originally Posted by Boog View Post
It is best to find someone with a scanner to set the timing "right" for you. No longer do you use a timing light to time them. You can get it somewhat close by trial and error but it will most likely set the check engine light. If you knew before hand you could have marked the dist housing before moving it to assure getting it back on spot. Got a bud with a scanner or a trusted mechanic? Start with getting that right then work from there.
the base timing still has to be set, but it takes a scanner to do it. The computer does control the timing but it works from the base.
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