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baja226s 08-13-2006 05:52 PM

T-Bolt IV Timing
 
I have a T-Bolt IV ignition with a V6-14 module on a 454 +.030 and I'm having trouble with the timing. I set the timing 32 degrees @ 2000. It idles fine and seems to rev ok. The problem is after everything is set and shut off, when I go to start the engine the starter bucks. I broke a starter bolt when this happen. Is the V6 module bad causing the timing to jump?

GOODT 08-13-2006 06:02 PM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 
set it at 32 @ 3400

baja226s 08-13-2006 06:06 PM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 
Timing does not change above 2000

Biggus 08-13-2006 06:38 PM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 
When you install a V-6 14 module on an 8 cyl, it does not advance 14 degrees, you only get 8-10 degrees of advance.
So if you set max timing of 32 degrees, you've got 22-24 degrees of initial timing and probably too much for your application.

jpclear 08-13-2006 07:01 PM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 

Originally Posted by baja226s
Timing does not change above 2000

OH YES IT DOES! depending on the module. To be on the safe side; lock your final advance in at 3500 RPM+. And you would be looking for no more than 32* - 34 * if you are running pump gas. Otherwise; Can you spell "KABOOM"?!? --- Jer

rdoactive 08-14-2006 08:24 AM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 
The V6 module thinks it's on a 6 cylinder, so you only get about 10 degrees of advance. 22 may be too much initial for starting.
Also, the V6 curve has maximal advance at 2500rpm on the V6. That will be slightly earlier on the V8, about 2200 rpm.
Gary

Semper Fi 08-21-2006 01:11 PM

Re: T-Bolt IV Timing
 

Originally Posted by GOODT
set it at 32 @ 3400

Just don't let this guy GOODT (Joe Heller) work on your boat. He is a dirtbag and still owes me $1,000.00 :mad:


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