Originally Posted by
sharptonn
Here's a question I have..Is that pointer and hole lined-up marking TDC, or is it lined-up on the ignition timing spec? Seems there is no scale. Most go at a few to 10 degrees before.
Anyway, On the oldies, usually parts have been changed. Nothing set in stone anymore.
If it runs OK, I usually give them 2500 RPM at least and advance it til it rattles or shakes.
Back it off til it's smooth. Good place to begin, IMO.
So, Mike...Them carbs are not quite so bad anymore, eh? :)