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Old Jul 15, 2002 | 10:55 PM
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Just wondering how i can advance my timing on my hatch to maybe pick up a few more horses. Thanks
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:26 AM
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U can only do this with aftermarket cams though right?
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:29 AM
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no, you are not touching the cams, you are only moving the distribuitor(sp?).
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:37 AM
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Will this really help? I've never heard of this....could this be some free horsepower???????????
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:39 AM
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it will help you some, but don't expect big hp gains.
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:39 AM
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Won't help much unless u got other cams .Might give you a little better torque at lower rpms ,but beware of detonation !!!
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:43 AM
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if you advance your timing, you should also use higher octane gas.
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:53 AM
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How much is a small amount? Half inch?
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Old Jul 16, 2002 | 12:57 AM
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it would be helpful if you have a timing light.
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