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Originally Posted by importsmasher
Maybe I'm missing something, but the first question that comes to my mind is how do you start an engine with that much timing? My cars have difficulty starting with ~15 degrees initial timing (they'll crank real slow). How does it work with 40-50 degrees?
Importsmasher
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You would have to separate the ignition from the starter. Start cranking with ignition off. Then turn on ignition. Some people do this with locked distributors and/or high compression. At least they did many years ago. Now there are better starters, 16 volt systems, auto-retard, etc.