Finding initial crankshaft TDC on '79 SL

[sjett]

I am putting the engine parts back together from a box of parts. I have the vibration damper with the numbers / degrees offset on it. What do I line this up with? Is there a mark on the block or timing cover that I am missing? I know the TDC sensor lines up with the notch in the damper once all is together, but what do I initially line the TDC mark up with when I am putting the timing chain on?

Thanks in advance,

Shelby

[ctaylor738]

There should be a pointer on the timing cover at about 1 o'clock facing the engine. The TDC mark on the balancer looks sort of like "O|O". Number 1 cylinder is in the front right (passenger) side.