Static Timing

1. It is essential that the following procedures are adhered to. Inaccurate timing can lead to serious engine damage and additionally create failure to comply with the emission regulations applying to the country of destination. If the engine is being checked in the vehicle and is fitted with an air conditioning unit the compressor must be isolated.
2. On initial engine build, or if the distributor has been disturbed for any reason, the Ignition Timing must be set statically to 6° BTDC.

(This sequence is to give only an approximation in order that the engine may be started) ON NO ACCOUNT MUST THE ENGINE BE STARTED BEFORE THIS OPERATION IS CARRIED OUT.


1. Set No. 1 piston to 6° BTDC on compression stroke.
2. Turn distributor drive until rotor arm is approximately 30° anti-clockwise from number one sparking plug lead position on cap.
3. Fit distributor to engine.
4. Check that center line of rotor arm is now in line with number one sparking plug lead on cap. Reposition distributor if necessary.
5. If distributor does not seat correctly in front cover, oil pump drive is not engaged. Engage by lightly pressing down distributor while turning engine.
6. Fit clamp and bolt leaving both loose at this stage.
7. Connect the vacuum pipe to the distributor.
8. Fit low tension lead to coil.
9. Fit distributor cap.
10. Reconnect the battery.
11. Using suitable electronic equipment set the Ignition Timing dynamically. Dynamic Timing