timing help

[jdbubb at verizon.net (Dan Bubb)]

If everything lines up and the "0" is only off by a couple mm's then you should be good.
According to my precise (read WAG) calculations if the cam was off by one tooth the "0" would be out of position by ~1".

The distributor timing and the fuel mixture could still be off a little bit, but I imagine once you replace the injector seats it seems like it should be ready to start.
Dan

From: "Lexan Blanchard" <lexan_122874@hotmail.com>
To: <jdbubb@verizon.net>
Cc: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 7:02 AM
Subject: Re: timing help


> OK, I am certain that the cam dot is exactly where it is supposed to be, and 
> that the rotor is most certainly pointing at #1 and the rest of the wires 
> are in the correct order.  That leaves the "0" on the flywheel NOT lined up 
> with the pointer (it is a few mm off).  If the car still won't start this 
> evening, should I assume I am a tooth off?  If it helps, the belts look new 
> (print is still vibrant and easily legible).  Maybe PO didn't install belts 
> correctly?  I have to admit, this part is frustrating.  I can charge a part, 
> but this is pretty exact stuff here, and I want to make sure it's not user 
> error keeping her from starting.
> 
> On a side note...  went to install the stereo (why not), and realized the 
> jackasses at Circuit City didn't give me harness that connects to the back 
> of the stereo (as in there are no wires sticking out).  DAMMIT, that is what 
> I get for buying a floor sample.  Now I have to call and explain and try to 
> get one for free, or I will return the stereo.
> 
> So, I have a list for the auto parts store this morning.  They will be glad 
> to see me, as I haven't been in there since he said he wouldn't sell me the 
> spring compressor.  Gotta ask if he will let me set up a billing account :)
> 
> Thanks again!!!
> Lexan
> 
> 
>>From: "Dan Bubb" <jdbubb@verizon.net>
>>To: "Lexan Blanchard" <lexan_122874@hotmail.com>
>>CC: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
>>Subject: Re: Manifold tubes are plastic?!? and timing help
>>Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2007 21:28:18 -0400
>>
>>Try to put the engine at TDC with the "0" lined up with the pointer. Quite
>>frequently the cam position dot will be off a little bit, so you need to
>>determine if it will be closer if it's rotated one tooth either way. From
>>what you've described it sounds good, but check it anyway.
>>
>>If two wires are in the incorrect position then the engine may putt and it
>>may start but it'll sure run like poop!!! It needs all 4 cylinders to run
>>worth a damn.
>>
>>Also, the engine may putt or start with the fubared injector seat, but it
>>won't run properly simply because all the air going into the engine needs 
>>to
>>go by the metering plate for the correct air-fuel ratio and the busted
>>injector seat will present an air leak screwing that up somewhat.
>>
>>Personally I prefer ROCCGRL. Maybe ROCCBBE in a pinch. ;^)
>>Dan
>>
>>
>>From: "Lexan Blanchard" <lexan_122874@hotmail.com>
>>To: <jdbubb@verizon.net>
>>Cc: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
>>Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2007 7:52 PM
>>Subject: Re: Manifold tubes are plastic?!? and timing help
>>
>>
>> >I have dial-up (and really slow dial-up at that, gotta love livin' 
>>country
>> >style), so I can't send a pic of anything, but here is what it is.
>> >
>> > the cam dot is in the correct position and yields the distributor in the
>> > right position (I did adjust the wires before my last email.  they were
>> > more like 1,3,2,4).  The flywheel doesn't look TDC to me (the "0" is 
>>just
>> > to the right of the little pointer on the casing).  do i need to be
>> > concerned of flywheel not TDC, or am i wrong and it is TDC?  could 2 
>>wires
>> > being in wrong position really keep me from starting?
>> >
>> > can't really test until i get the stinking injector insert, as it really
>> > isn't even seating now (unless I hear a go-ahead from you just for
>> > testing, no driving on bad insert).
>> >
>> > you guys have no idea how frustrating and fun this is, having no idea 
>>how
>> > to make a car go.  but, i really am having a good time with it, and 
>>can't
>> > wait to get her on the road.  this car is way sexy, and between its good
>> > looks and my planned vanity plate (either ROCCGRL or ROCCSTAR), i WILL 
>>be
>> > the envy of all others on the road (yeah right).
>> >
>> > Thanks for all your help!  I hope it works out and I can drive her to
>> > Cincy. If not, a back up has presented itself (thanks Allyn).
>> >
>> > Lexan
>> >
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