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Old 09-24-2019, 11:39 AM   #14
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Default Re: Can the TDC pin be off by 90 Degrees?

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Originally Posted by Tablemaker View Post
Also, I took the cover off last night and the timing gear DOES align with the mark on the crank.

Since the marks line up, how is it possible that #1 piston is not at the top of a stroke once I spin the engine to align with the timing pin?
Can you post a picture of your timing cover?

There are Model A covers and Model B covers. The timing hole is in a different location on the B cover. It's not 90° but it makes a big difference.

http://www.fordgarage.com/pages/timingcovers.htm


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