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Old 05-24-2010, 09:56 PM   #1
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32 dist in 31 engine? Good or Bad? Thanks. Howard
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Old 05-24-2010, 10:45 PM   #2
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Be sure to run a Model B timing cover or plan in advance how to time it. I have a '31 RDPU with a Model B engine and Model B distributer and like it.

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Old 05-24-2010, 11:46 PM   #3
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The advance curve for a stock B dizzy goes from 600-2600 engine rpm (300-1300 dizzy rpm) and is a progressive straight line add of 7.5 degrees over that range to whatever you set as the initial advance.

Using a "B" front cover will add 9.5 degrees to that, giving you a curve that starts at 9.5 degrees @ 600rpm, then ramps to 17 degrees max @ 2600rpm.

The "B" curve is good under heavy throttle load, but cruising with high manifold vacuum I think it is too retarded for best efficiency, resulting in poor mileage and hotter exhaust. If it also had a vacuum advance it would be perfect!
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Old 05-26-2010, 02:38 PM   #4
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Thanks guys. Howard
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Old 05-26-2010, 03:17 PM   #5
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I bought one to put on my A and the fella I bought it from said to get a kit so I could use a timing light and set it at 17 degrees. I haven't done it yet. I hope he told me right.
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Old 05-26-2010, 06:38 PM   #6
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I have to wonder how the B dist would work with a highter compression head . It might be too advanced for a long pull. I need to run less advance on my A to avoid detonation.
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