matt s
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So I finally have some free time and am trying to get my engine running in top form. I have begun tuning it up, had the carb off today and rejetted, fixed/replaced vacuum lines, cleaned it up etc. The truck is running fine (better after todays work), but fine is not necessarily right or best.
So my questions. I'll do my best to make sure you understand what I am asking about.
Question 1, Carb vs. Timing: As I tune the carb will this effect the timing. Conversely does changing the timing effect the carb tuning? I understand that one will not physically change the settings of the other, but rather will it change what the settings should be?
For instance, I now have my carb set where I think it is correct. I plan on checking my timing (have to borrow a timing light tomorrow). If I need to change the timing will the adjustments I made to the carb still be the correct ones?
On the other hand, had I started with the timing, could the timing readings be effected by the proper or improper adjustment of the carb?
Question 2, Lithium Grease: I was going to climb underneath and grease all my zerts (front end, drive line, etc.). I ran out of my standard grease, but I happen to have tube of white lithium grease. Any reason not to use it for this?
Question 3, Distributor: obviously it's working to some degree as the truck runs, but is there any way to know that it is working properly? Is there any test (beyond a crappy running engine) to let me know that status.
I didn't want to limit this to only the full sized crowd, but it seemed like it did not belong in fireside chat. Regardless, thanks in advance for the help.
So my questions. I'll do my best to make sure you understand what I am asking about.
Question 1, Carb vs. Timing: As I tune the carb will this effect the timing. Conversely does changing the timing effect the carb tuning? I understand that one will not physically change the settings of the other, but rather will it change what the settings should be?
For instance, I now have my carb set where I think it is correct. I plan on checking my timing (have to borrow a timing light tomorrow). If I need to change the timing will the adjustments I made to the carb still be the correct ones?
On the other hand, had I started with the timing, could the timing readings be effected by the proper or improper adjustment of the carb?
Question 2, Lithium Grease: I was going to climb underneath and grease all my zerts (front end, drive line, etc.). I ran out of my standard grease, but I happen to have tube of white lithium grease. Any reason not to use it for this?
Question 3, Distributor: obviously it's working to some degree as the truck runs, but is there any way to know that it is working properly? Is there any test (beyond a crappy running engine) to let me know that status.
I didn't want to limit this to only the full sized crowd, but it seemed like it did not belong in fireside chat. Regardless, thanks in advance for the help.
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