Ss107 inspection window

john sachs

john sachs

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Imo, I find SETTING timing accurately through that window is a VERY hard thing to do. I remove the primary cover, mark the alternator at 0 TDC, and also mark the rotor where I want to set the timing.(You can reference/use the marks on the flywheel thru the window to mark the alternator rotor),( I use a degree wheel.) Any time you want to check or set your timing, it's just a matter of draining the primary, remove outer cover, and check/set the timing with your timing light. Much easier, than trying to see thru the oily hole. Unless you have "TINKERITESS" you should be able to time the engine 1 time, and forget it till the next modification.
John
 
bdm7250

bdm7250

Guru
Supporting Member
john sachs said:
Imo, I find SETTING timing accurately through that window is a VERY hard thing to do. I remove the primary cover, mark the alternator at 0 TDC, and also mark the rotor where I want to set the timing.(You can reference/use the marks on the flywheel thru the window to mark the alternator rotor),( I use a degree wheel.) Any time you want to check or set your timing, it's just a matter of draining the primary, remove outer cover, and check/set the timing with your timing light. Much easier, than trying to see thru the oily hole. Unless you have "TINKERITESS" you should be able to time the engine 1 time, and forget it till the next modification.
John
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You're being optimistic in saying it's very difficult to accurately time through the window, it's damn impossible.. :oldlaugh:
 
dtmmil

dtmmil

Member
I tried checking my timing the other day, was surprised how much oil comes out of that hole and how fast! Does the clear plug work? I want to check mine and trying to learn what the best way is.
 
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