Timing and Dwell...

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  1. Shoestring

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    First off: Hello all. This is my first post.

    I have a 1974 Maverick, 250 Motor. And I can't find the right Timing and Dwell. Does anyone know what they are?

    Thank you for the halp and advice. Take care!
     
    Shoestring, Jul 30, 2005
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  2. Rick Book

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    I'm sure one of our many 250 c.i. guys (and others) can help you when they see your post, but in the meantime, you might wanna peruse over to www.FordSix.com. Looks like they have some good information (on your engine).


    and :Welcome:
     
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  3. lngroller

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    Dwell 33-39 point gap .027 timing 6 BTDC
    CA Breakerless so no dwell timing same as above all same manual or AT
     
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  4. Shoestring

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    Thanks a lot guys. I'll be sure to stick around for the problems I'll have in the coming mo. to come, and to offer any advice/help I can give.

    Thanks again. Take care! :wave:
     
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  5. Jamie Miles

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    My advice? Get rid of the points and go with either the Pertronix or the Duraspark II ignition. :)
     
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    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    Set dwell first, then timming. First chance you get, convert to electronic ignition as Jamie suggested. Both are good choices. The Pertronix is the easiest.
     
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