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Webaug 30, 2015 · i can assure you a 454 needs 32 to 34 degrees of total timing. You need to get a timing tape to put on your balancer so you can rev the engine and set your timing. Webjun 18, 2010 · i'm into the fine tuning stage of my 454 build, and i'm looking for suggestions on the best initial and total timing set up. It's a. 30 over with speed pro. Websep 7, 2024 · as previously noted, initial timing at 14 degrees btdc at idle (approx 800 rpm) is a good place to start. If idle rpm raises, reset it. After setting the original idle. Webjan 10, 2022 · advancing the timing beyond factory spec never did anything for me performance wise. Matter of fact, it just showed up more frequently as knock counts on. Webjul 26, 2015 · no ping and starts good hot tells you you're at max initial timing for your motor. With that number you'll likely need to limit the mechanical timing in the dizzy. Webaug 19, 2008 · if you can't get it to drop in on the line, you will need to use a long screwdriver to turn the oil pump driveshaft a little. The vacuum can needs to be pointed. Webjul 1, 2013 · i have an 8. 2:1 comp. /comp xe274 cam/#772 truck headed 454 w/hei, that runs best at about 39*/40* timing. When 39* total timing = no pinging, lower engine. Webaug 20, 2017 · i really strongly urge you to go buy a cheap timing light, watch some youtube video's on how to set timing and do it yourself. There are tons of folks here that. Websep 7, 2010 · i know how to set the timing properly, i'm just looking for where guys run their 454's. Shine the timing light at the harmonic balancer timing mark on the driver's side of the engine. Read the number on the timing plate adjacent to the timing mark on.