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Dec 27, 2010 | 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by maachan513

It is likely the unit you turned is not ALT (alternator). It must be "Dizzy" (distributor).

The distributor is set at specific angle of crankshaft BTDC (before top dead center). You need to follow procedures set by the manufacture, referencing the service manual specific for your engine, using proper tools.

LOL haha, yeah Distro, Sorry I was sidetracked when I wrote that. .

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Dec 27, 2010 | 06:01 PM

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Set timing with a timing light. Don't expect car to run properly with cracked manifold. Cleaning the IACV may help unsteady idle though.

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Dec 29, 2010 | 08:37 PM

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