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Old 07-04-2007 | 06:43 AM
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I have a set of 500hp's, what should I run the timing at? In the past I have run everything advanced 30 degrees. What improvements and performance would benefit from advancing? Any thoughts or advice is greatly appreciated.

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Old 07-04-2007 | 12:19 PM
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34 should be safe with 93 octane.....probably not very safe on 87. Buy your fuel from a trusted/fresh source. Your acceleration should improve. My .02
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I run mine at 34 total advance.
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Old 07-05-2007 | 09:58 AM
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Thanks guys! By advancing the timing the most notable gain would be acceleration right?
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