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Re: How do you find TDC? (archive)
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Posted by ///M Chris on May 28, 2001 at 02:56:17:

In Reply to: How do you find TDC? posted by Ratt on May 27, 2001 at 21:39:16:

ok you need to put the engine to top dead center (TDC) for cylinder 1. Then put the distributor is so that it points toward the passenger fender(#1 spark plug lead)

My favorite way of finding TDC for #1 is by taking the valve cover off and looking at the cam. TDC for 1 happens when the cam is at full overlap for #4. This is when the cam is equally lifting the intake and exhaust valve.

In a perfect work you should also be able to find the notch on the crank pulley and line it up with a mark on the timing chain cover..

Good luck

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