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Re: [T3] Correct timing for a particular distributor


> That's not the correct way to set these distributors. VW really wanted you to
> set the timing to the spec that it would jump to as soon as you give it a
> little gas. We mimic this condition by removing the retard hose.

VW practice with the twin vac and carbs is to leave hoses on and use TDC -
amounts to the same thing I guess, but is easier as you don't get the problem of
the rpm change when a hose is removed as there is with the FI and twin vac can
method.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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