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Old 05-02-2015, 10:57 AM   #50 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Ecky View Post
Because these engines have a traditional distributor and not electronic ignition, I'm not sure if the computer would see any difference if one is adjusted differently. Perhaps, though.
The sixth gen distributors also have an electronic igniter build into them... their not entirely traditional.

On the question about aftermarket gauges and reading ignition timing... The ultra gauge will reveal timing advance too, but you shouldn't use it to check actual mechanical timing, nor to set timing. You'll need a timing light and the marks on the crank pulley.

Hope that helps.

James
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See my car's mod & maintenance thread and my electric bicycle's thread for ongoing projects. I will rebuild Black and Green over decades as parts die, until it becomes a different car of roughly the same shape and color. My minimum fuel economy goal is 55 mpg while averaging posted speed limits. I generally top 60 mpg. See also my Honda manual transmission specs thread.



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