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Old 10-24-2009, 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by tr709 View Post
It runs smooth at all RPM, just not enough power. Doesn't feel much over the 350 it replaced. When I asked about the cam, builder replied straight up. I don't have the know how to check the cam degree, but I have wondered about it. The dist was just rebuilt and recured to have timing all in by 2500 rpm, any more than 36 degree causes detonation.

I have struggled for 6.5 years with multiple shops in this area, I know now why most of you diy.
Straight up, means he lined up the gear dots instead of using a degree wheel. Cam could be off. Relying on the dot method is roulette.

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