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Old 09-16-2010, 08:44 PM
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Default Setting timing on a 575sci

I am trying to gather some info on setting timing on my 575's after my rebuilds and have a few questions. My manual tells me that I have two options:

Option 1: Use the digital diagnositc tool - don't have

Option 2: Use the mercruiser timing tool - don't have

From the picture, I beleive I can just jump A and B on the data link connector on my harness which should set me to 8 degrees BTDC... correct? At that point, I need to throttle to 1800 rpm, check timing, verify that it is 8Deg BTDC. Once set, idle down, shut down and tighten distributor.

That should be it correct?
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Use a paperclip to jump the A and B terminals. Then set the timing to 8* BTDC. You can rev it up a little to help stabilize the timing. It won't move when you rev it up, it will just stop it from bouncing around.
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Thanks Eddie...
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My pleasure. Give me a shout if I can help with anything.
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