Big Block timing mark?
 

Hi all,

I'm a bit new to big block engines and now I need to check and align the timing in my engine. Just wanted to make sure is this red marked piece supposed to indicate the TDC?? I just haven't seen this kind of structure structure before (..even in the pictures) so just wanted to make sure.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/j5ezg82wx3dttdj/bb.jpg?dl=0

Thanks

line up the end of the pointer and the long line that is tdc.........looks to be a gen 6 timing cover

Thanks!, yes according to the cast number the block is gen 6...

These are nice way to confirm TDC. Theres no guessing.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cca-4795/overview/

Some merc engines need to be put into "base timing mode" to set timing.