Install chevy small block distributor

Part 2 of 3. Finding the number one firing position when installing a chevy small block distributor

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[fiddlerpin]

Is that a 6 or 8 cylinder?

[carlmking]

V8, Chevy small block 350

[hartl355]

hey that was helpful got my 350 going only took a couple of tries never done it before thanks

[carlmking]

No Problem. Glad to help.

[soloM81]

@carlmking question what base timeing should i start with and springs on the distributor when you upgrade to hei on a 327 can i still use the same spark plugs ? 1964 impala

[vicmason25]

...*with my number 1 cylinder at TDC of course

[vicmason25]

i'm trying to set my timing on my distributor on my 74' 350 small black, i'm kinda confused, been lookin on here for help, and just dont understand why u'r counting to 6 instead of 8? and what tha point is of doing that? can i not just line tha distributor up with my number one cylinder and and go in order (1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2)? i'm trying to comprehend going 180 degrees and all that. can you help out? thanks

[TedBouvier]

Hi.I have a 1991 gmc sierra 350 v8.i just recently noticed that the rmp gage is ramping up and down at a steady idle and the engine tends to spudder while driving...I changed plugs/wires and the distributer cap but still no difference...Can you help? Have any suggestions?thanx

[fiddlerpin]

Get rid of the obsolete point setup and put in a HEI! You'll get a full 13 volts to the coil and 50,000 volt spark. Get rid of that old ballast resistor too. I got mine on the internet for 45.00 plus shipping. Hope this helps.

[uwilldi2]

You're welcome. It's nice to get feedback.

Thanks.