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why is my timing retarded? repost from the 700 board 200

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posted by  Grif on  Tue Sep 21 12:11 CST 2004
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I think I figured out the problem. We all need to work on our diplomatic skills more than our cars.

In regards to your car, I don't think I have figured out the problem. But I do have a couple questions.

What happens when you try to adjust the timing? It seems like the first thing to assume, is that the distributer came loose and slipped.

What happens when you unplug the 02 sensor? If you are getting really poor mpg, then maybe the 02 sensor is picking up some poor readings and then trying to compensate by retarding the timing.

Also, what was the onset like? Was it slow and gradual or did one day the car just decide to do this?
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- Mike






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