Subject: Re: Timing the Ambo
Author: Chris Berry
Date: Mar 7, 2001, 7:49 PM
Post ID: 1705771500
Rich-
Frank Wedge (I think it was him anyway) details in a past MGNOC newsletter
about a $2 cruise control he made from string and a spring hooked between
his rear view mirror and throttle. That would help you with keeping the
rpm's at the point you need. If I can find the issue, I'll let you know and
mail a copy of the article if ya want.
Enjoy!
Chris in NC
'74 Eldo civ.
| From: Rich Zink <rzi-@co.alameda.ca.us> Reply-To: Loopfram-@topica.com To: Looped Group <Loopfram-@topica.com> Subject: Timing the Ambo Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001 10:32:30 -0800 ============================================================ Beauty, Fashion, Relationships, and more! Which Type of Husband Did You Marry? Is he steady and calm, sweet and loving? Or simply the sexiest guy you've ever met? Here's what you need to know for the future - whichever husband you chose. http://click.topica.com/aaabykb1dfltb2tZVva/Women_com ============================================================ In my never ending habit of doing first things last I decided to give a shot at checking the timing on my Ambassador after my eight months of ownership. It has always had a slight ping at low speeds so I figured maybe the timing was retarded a bit. Checked the points which were set fine. So I need to find 2,200 RPM to check advance. No tach just a Speedo. So I break out my 20 year old engine analyzer and hook it up from memory as the manual has long since left my ownership. Red positive, black ground and green to the coil to distributor wire. So I have settings for 4, 6, or 8 cylinders and well what do I use? The setting for 8 appeared to be close but is there some kind of math involved in using this thing on a 2 cylinder vehicle? Anybody know settings or any conversion needed to do this? I did manage to get it to not start for a while and then found a 'sweet' spot where it seems to run a little better than before. But I would like to get it right. Should I go seek out a new analyzer or does someone know how this works. Next question is how do you guys hold the RPMs steady while holding the timing light in the cramped position behind the front wheel and turn the distributor all at the same time by yourselves? Rich --- Sponsor's Message -------------------------------------- Discuss Tech News as It Happens! Keep up with the latest happenings in high tech -- FREE! http://click.topica.com/aaaa4Ib1dfltb2tZVvc/technology ------------------------------------------------------------ ____________________________________________________________ T O P I C A -- Learn More. Surf Less. Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Topics You Choose. http://www.topica.com/partner/tag01 |
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