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Ignition Timing: Adjustments


1981-88 Models w/o EST: Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum hoses on models with dual diaphragm. 1987-88 high altitude models, disconnect high altitude pressure sensor.
Models with dual diaphragm, timing will increase 5 degrees over base specification when vacuum hoses are connected.