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timing ??

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sgt.scared

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what is the factory timing set at on a 1991 5.0 ho 5 speed ? [like 4 degrees or what ??]
 

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Pretty sure it is 8 degrees.
 

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Factory timing is 10 degree BTDC

With higher octane fuel, you can run 12-14 degrees before detonation sets in.
 

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Yep, 10 BTDC
 

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Thanks guys.
 
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