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help with f303 cam!

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CrazyPerson

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i just got done putting the f303 cam in the car and i started timing it at 10 degrees advanced and the car is just not running right..

anyone know where to time the f303 cam at?
 

87foxstang

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starting at 10* is a good base point being that it is the stock timing. try bumping it up a little at a time.

also, how is it running?
 

QDRHRSE

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Since you just installed a cam I'm wondering if it's the cam is really your problem. Check everything and then check it again.
 

dcurtis

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Did you disconnect the spout connector to time it?
 

88stangmangt

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hopeing this is MAf car?? mine took some time to adjust. Verify you have no vaccum leaks...
 

7-UP BILL

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recheck the #4 and #8 plug wires. Very easy to mix up. Will run but SH***Y
 
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