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Old May 11, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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12v 5sp timing

people keep suggesting timing of 16. But from what I read the timing on a 5sp is 12.5 from the factory and not 14 like the autos. Are people still suggesting timing of 16 for the 5sp? I have no mods yet. I am trying to fix my mileage problems before I get a plate or do any other mods. I only plan on gauges plate gs3k and bhaf.
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Old May 11, 2008 | 08:48 PM
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16.5 is a nice improvement regardless of pump
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Old May 11, 2008 | 10:26 PM
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i tried 17 on my 97 and did not like it so i went to 15.5 and liked it much better. little more pep in the lower end.
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Old May 11, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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Currently at 16 degrees. Good all around improvement in power and starting.
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Old May 12, 2008 | 10:44 AM
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Called the local shop and they don't do timing. now I have to find someone around here that does. Any suggestions for south eastern South Dakota?
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Old May 12, 2008 | 12:43 PM
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if you live in Indiana, jessup can do alot for a 12V
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Old May 12, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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I set it at 16.5* and notice a nice improvement over stock. Next on the list .. #6 fuel plate.
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