Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
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Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
I recently discovered low compression in one cylinder due to bad exhaust valves. I removed the head and had it serviced by a machine shop. After re installation, I now have perfect compression across the board. However, it hasn't run QUITE perfectly ever since.
Symptoms:
Slightly lumpy acceleration (occasionally)
I have had to advance spark timing more than normal (about 20 degrees BTDC) anything lower and it runs even worse, not sure if this is just because I am at elevation.
Anyways, I would like to confirm that I have the timing correct, please take a look at the following pictures and let me know what you think.
Symptoms:
Slightly lumpy acceleration (occasionally)
I have had to advance spark timing more than normal (about 20 degrees BTDC) anything lower and it runs even worse, not sure if this is just because I am at elevation.
Anyways, I would like to confirm that I have the timing correct, please take a look at the following pictures and let me know what you think.
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
Just trying to diagnose why it isn't running perfect... it's close, but not perfect.
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That looks loose but at TDC, try tensioning the belt properly, should be very tight on top and straight not loose.
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
Yeah it is, he needs to rotate it to verify tdc at cams and crank. If he did it wouldn't look so loose, also don' try to rotate it counter-clockwise if you miss your mark.
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
Ok so the belt looks loose eh? I appreciate the advice, I will get in there this weekend and attempt to increase the belt tension, thanks so much!
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
line up the crank pulley to TDC (just like you have it in one of the pics).
loosen up the belt tensioner
use a 12mm socket wrench/box wrench and slightly rotate the cam gear bolt (CW)
tighten belt tensioner
loosen up the belt tensioner
use a 12mm socket wrench/box wrench and slightly rotate the cam gear bolt (CW)
tighten belt tensioner
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
Follow up: You guys were right, opened her up and found a mightly loose belt. I had not even considered, when I had the head machined, they said they milled it a tiny bit, which no doubt resulted in a looser belt. Thanks to the great people here, the belt is now tight like a tiger and she is humming along nicely!
Just wanted to say thanks to all of you who took a look at my post, I love Honda Tech, one of the main reasons I have been able to keep this beauty running strong for nearly 14 years now, you guys are the best!!!
Just wanted to say thanks to all of you who took a look at my post, I love Honda Tech, one of the main reasons I have been able to keep this beauty running strong for nearly 14 years now, you guys are the best!!!
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Re: Does my timing look correct to you? (pics)
Good to hear OP!
If the the cam gears are still lined up and at TDC there's no need for adjusting cam timing, if you do that you should know your PTV clearances and set ignition timing and have a aftermarket tuning ems to properly time and tune the fuel maps. Using the stock ems is fine as long as cam timing is not adjusted.
If the the cam gears are still lined up and at TDC there's no need for adjusting cam timing, if you do that you should know your PTV clearances and set ignition timing and have a aftermarket tuning ems to properly time and tune the fuel maps. Using the stock ems is fine as long as cam timing is not adjusted.
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