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How to Set IP Timing via the Drip Tube Method - Pictorial
1. Turn the engine until the timing pointer is aligned with the specified start of delivery degrees on the balancer. Must be on beginning of compression stroke for #1 cylinder. See below for proper degrees.
Turbo Charged Engines: 23 to 25 degreees BTDC
Non Turbo Charged Engines:
615.913: 26 Degrees BTDC
615.912: 24 Degrees BTDC
616: 24 Degrees BTDC
See Pic 1. This is the 616 engine set on 24 degrees.
2. Open your oil cap and make sure both cam lobes are facing up to ensure you are on the beginning of the compression stroke. If not, rotate crank one more time. See Pic 2.
3. Remove the metal fuel lines. See Pic 3.
4. Remove the vacuum line from your shut off valve. See Pic 4.
5. Wire your throttle to full open. See Pic 5.
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Scott
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