what should i set timing at?

[mebe007]

ok with my engine below and these cam specs round about what should i have my timing set at. i have it at 12deg now demon says 14 to 16 for my carb im lost. here is my cam specs

Brand: Edelbrock
Product Line: Edelbrock Performer RPM Cam and Lifter Kits
Part Type: Camshaft and Lifter Kits
Part Number: EDL-7102
Cam Style: Hydraulic flat tappet
Basic Operating RPM Range: 1,500-6,500
Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift: 234
Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift: 244
Duration at 050 inch Lift: 234 int./244 exh.
Advertised Intake Duration: 308
Advertised Exhaust Duration: 318
Advertised Duration: 308 int./318 exh.
Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.488 in.
Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.510 in.
Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.488 int./0.510 exh. lift
Lobe Separation (degrees): 112
Intake Valve Lash: 0.000 in.
Exhaust Valve Lash: 0.000 in.
Computer Controlled Compatible: No
Lifters Included: Yes
Lifter Style: Hydraulic flat tappet
Valve Springs Included: No
Retainers Included: No
Locks Included: No
Valve Stem Seals Included: No
Timing Chain and Gears Included: No
Assembly Lubricant Included: Yes
Pushrods Included: No
Rocker Arms Included: No
Gaskets Included: No
Quantity: Sold as a kit.

Cam and Lifters, Hydraulic Flat Tappet, Advertised Duration 308/318, Lift .488/.510, Chevy, Small Block, Kit

 

[JESSE]

timing

i don't know if this helps..on my car i have a 750 mighty demon with mech secondaries my dist is a msd pro billet with a msd 6a box i don't have any vaccum hooked up i set my timing at 36 total all in by 3000 i don't have any issues with detonation an it idles great at about 800rpm with my 3000 stall it drives good 😀 i hope this helps you good luck

 

[smallblockwagon]

http://www.maliburacing.com/forum/viewt ... f=4&t=2484

Good stuff :wink:

 

[mebe007]

so that article is stating i should hook vacuum advance to manifold vacuum and not to ported. im really confused can some one elaborate on how to properly set this thing up.

 

[megaladon6]

there's always the redneck way, set the timing by ear to where it idles best. then drive the car (gently at first) retarding the timing a little at a time until it stops knocking. it's the only way i can properly time my car.
look up the instructions for the carb from the manufacturer. hook up the vacuum line the way they recommend.
you also need to figure out what springs to use in the distributor mechanical advance.