Re: 1942 or later Eight timing indicator

Posted by Packard Newbie On 2020/4/8 14:14:16

Hi Ken,
I too, have fought with trying to see the timing marks and not get a haircut from the fan! My solution: a probe camera. Reasonably priced and 'noninvasive' in as much as you don't have to change anything on the car. Just, as Tim says, make sure your timing marks are clear, clean and visible and aim the probe at the hole. It can be done by one's self as I have done it, but it is definitely a whole lot easier if you have somebody holding and aiming the camera while you shoot the timing light and adjust the distributor. And John (JW), I know you have posted that photo of the adjusting nut extension on the distributor before, but that is a superlative idea. I meant to do that to mine after seeing it the first time; (with your permission!LOL) now I'm GOING to do it!! Thanks. Chris.