I'm going to have the timing set on my truck, what would ya'll recommend having it set to? This is for very basic mods just a #10 plate and a gsk. I'm going to be moving to the northwest so the truck will see some cold(er) weather than what we have here in NC so I still want easy cold weather starting.

Thanks for any recommendations.

Dennis

 

15.5-16* is working amazing for me - nice bump to mileage. 700 miles to the tank around town with the air on.

 

hi
mine is at 16.1 but next time i set it i am making it 18

 

16° is the ticket for good starts and mileage. Not too aggressive.

 

15-16° is perfect.
Higher increases risk of head gasket blow out.

 

I have been thinking about changing the timing on my 96 but have read that it could hurt the low end torque I am concerned about towing. Any input on this?

Floyd

 

Higher the timing less low end torque. Basically moves the powerband higher up in the RPM range with every degree added. I've ran between 15 and 22*. Higher is more fun to drive empty, but ticks me off towing. Lower is better for towing without a doubt.

 

happy with 16.5

still gobs of low torque and can't complain about the fuel econ

 

What is the stocl timing on a 95- 12 v auto ?

 

I think its something like 11.5 or 12° IIRC.

 

I hve a Goernd triple disc and GR VB , from what I read this timing bump will destoy my low end ?

 

The timing bump will not destroy your bottom end. Again, a little more fuel takes care of that problem. The change is not as drastic as its been said.