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Originally Posted by Dave in MN
When you climb hills and the engine is pulling hard, the spark should be retarded (left lever up some) to eliminate knocking and lessen the high pressures in the main and rod bearings. Two notches is typically enough. When you have reached the top of the hill and the car is mostly back to speed, return the left lever down two notches and continue on your way.
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I would guess the "boost statement" is based on the fact I have been running the advance as taught which was about 1/2-3/4s advanced which when at speed and going up a hill I would advance it a little more and the car would smooth out seem to have a bit more power. The biggest hill we have locally is not that big but I do end up retarding the advance as I get closer to the top which I would guess coincides with the loading of the engine. I have net experienced knocking or detonation so I must be doing something right without really knowing it... Thanks for the lessons.