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Aug 14, 2005 | 08:27 PM

Tha_Villain

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From: Canada, K-W

Car: Camaro RS

Engine: 2.8 L

Transmission: Auto

One quick question

Ok I've set my base timing with est wire disconnected to 0 degrees and car works very smooth. What I want to ask is why does it feel so slow and sluggish when I drive it??

Any Ideas

Aug 15, 2005 | 04:48 AM

ede

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From: Jackson County

might be the outer ring has slipped, or it might be that zero isn't where your engine runs best

Aug 17, 2005 | 12:11 PM

luke4907

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From: WPB, FL

Car: '89 Trans Am GTA

Engine: TPI350

Transmission: 700r4

Axle/Gears: BW 3.27s

is base timing on a 2.8 supposed to be set to 0*? I think TPI motors are supposed to be 6*, dunno what the 2.8 is supposed to be set to.

Aug 17, 2005 | 01:17 PM

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From: Lexington, SC

Car: 1987 SC/1985 TA

Engine: 350/vortec/fitech

Transmission: T56

Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt

With everything connected, hook up your timing light and check for total advance. If you're good there, try advancing it a few degrees at a time. Do a road test each time and back off if you get preignition.