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Nogrimace

01-31-2001 04:11:58

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I have read the manual, could someone give a brief explanation on the procedures to time an 8N with a side mount distributor. If memory serves???? you take the inspection cover from the flywheel, set it about 16-18 degrees when #1 is just coming up to compression then look at the distributor to see if rotor is coming to #1 distributor cap plug. Then What???? I'm use to doing my front mount on my tractor. I posted a note about replacing the distributor, seems the last time I took it off and cleaned it(first time in 50 yrs) something came out???? It works great in the summer, but I'm having a #@#@## time getting it started in the winter. I do have a new carb, but it doesn't take much cranking before gas comes out the drain hole. Still, it tries to fire up. If I work on it for a while it will start, but it takes about 1/2 hour. My 47 starts right up everytime. I know the centrifical advance takes over after 400 rpms, but it is just getting it to start. Thanks for any information.

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ZANE

01-31-2001 05:08:00

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Re: 8N Timing-side mount in reply to Nogrimace, 01-31-2001 04:11:58

Forget all that stuff about the timing light etc on the 8N. If the tractor will run at all you are on the way to getting it timed right for all practicle purposes.

First inspect the centrifugal spark advance for excessive wear and the condition of the springs etc. It everything seems OK proceed.

While the tractor is running at a high idle turn the distributor counterclockwise until the engine begins to sputter a little then back until it smooths out. Grasping the throttle rod that comes from the governor to the carburetor quickly acclerate the engine. If you hear a ping turn the distributor a little more clockwise.

Run the engine until it is at operating temperature and turn it off and try to restart. If the engine tries to kick back when it fires It sounds like the ignition may be firing late. This will make an engine very cold natured.

you should loosen the distributor and turn the distributor clockwise and try it again. If it now does not try to kick back you have it.

If when you put it to work and under a heavy load it pings turn the distributor very slightly clockwise until it no longer pings under a load.

Now you have it timed.

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Dave 8N397478

01-31-2001 10:00:32

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Re: Re: 8N Timing-side mount in reply to ZANE, 01-31-2001 05:08:00

I agree with you Zane. I've used a timing light on my side mount only to go back to using my "hearing" tool for timing the motor so that it starts well and runs smooth.
I like keeping it simple too.

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