How do you set the timing on an 1991 F150/5.8,...? Hows that smart ARSSES?

 

aaa Ummm hmmmm what is "static timing"?

 

First you rub a balloon on your head...

 

I think he means the timing chain placement? right?

 

I would rather rub the balloon on my cat. He has way more hair then I do.


How would this be static? I do not get it. What am I missing?

 

well static means not moving so if the timing was off wouldent you need the enngine running while you test that? LOL

 

I am so lost here and think I need some divine intervention. Namely the flying piggy guy. Unless Sean knows and he is not telling.

 

hey i think outside the square I just read what he is asking never heard of static timing before just trying to figure out a puzzle

 

Static timing is changing/adjusting/checking the timing with the engine off. Like the timing bump people keep talking about for our trucks...but without running it.

Basically all you need are the tools necessary to rotate the distributor, tools needed to hand crank the engine, and a multimeter or test light. Crank the engine until the #1 piston is in "firing position" and the lamp/multimeter should indicate when its there...however the lamp/multimeter is set up, not sure about that.....

Adjusting it is also basically the same. Rotating the distributor and cranking the engine until you've adjusted it to what you want.

 

A lot of people do it when they put a new motor in something and want the timing right before they start it for the first time.