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How do I set the ignition timing on my RST?

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Old 24-03-2009, 08:30 AM
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Default How do I set the ignition timing on my RST?

How do I set the position of the dizzy on my RST? think I need a timing light and I've heard that it needs to be set at 12deg BDC is this correct?
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Get it running and nurse it to a specialist who can then set the car up properly. Most places can make the cars run most can't make them run right
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as above get it running best u can then get it set up.
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Originally Posted by adam.d
How do I set the position of the dizzy on my RST? think I need a timing light and I've heard that it needs to be set at 12deg BDC is this correct?
Yes that is correct if you are running standard boost, make sure you remove the MAP sensor hose form the ECU when you do it though!
Then go and get it set up
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