Learn more on how to shoot and adjust ignition timing. Our team of experts have prepared the ultimate guide on everything you've ever wanted to know about Ignition timing..

1. When enthusiasts set ignition timing, they’re usually referring to base timing, or the timing without any additional advance based upon engine rpm or vacuum.

For any given engine rpm, there is an optimum timing setting that provides maximum power. Most people set ignition timing by advancing the distributor until the engine pings under load, then ...

Learn how to replace the timing belt, water pump, tensioners, and idlers on a Honda 3.5L V6 engine, used in models like the Pilot, Ridgeline, and Odyssey (2003-present). In this detailed step-by-step ...

Ideal ignition settings will allow your engine to run the maximum amount of timing at all engine speeds without detonation. Now that you know how distributor timing works, you can manipulate it to ...

Advance or retard ignition timing tuning on a built GM Quad 4 W41 2.3L DOHC quick-burn engine Running a 200 shot ZEX nitrous kit in a 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva SCX W41.

Though a timing belt and chain perform the same job, there are some differences in their components, which make it necessary to know which one your engine has.

Let us warn you right now: removing and replacing the timing chain on your Toyota VVTi engine is a very complicated process. If you have never done that and are willing to learn, make sure this is ...

Does the Subaru Forester's 'boxer' engine feature a timing belt or a chain-driven set-up? Disassemble the engine of the popular SUV, and you might find either a Subaru Forester timing belt or chain ...

Lewis Hamilton's pole lap in Australia has prompted much talk about Mercedes' engine "party mode". But how does it work, and how much advantage does it give the world champions?