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Ignition Timing: Notes

Set timing at 600 RPM with dist. vac. lines disconnected and plugged, headlights ON high beam, and air conditioner OFF, to the specifications listed below.

Engine Timing
302" 6° BTDC
302" Boss" 16° BTDC
351"C. 351" W & 390" 6° BTDC
400" (1) 10° BTDC
429" 4° BTDC
429" Cobra-Jet & Super Cobra Jet 10° BTDC
(1) California Vehicles, set at 6° BTDC.
Fig 1: IGNITION TIMING MARKS
G09351342Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Reset to specified Curb idle. Speed and reconnect dist. vac. lines, timing should retard to approximately: