Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Timing

[billjackson]

Could some one lead me to info on how to advance the timing. I have a 95 4x4 std cab. Recently installed the TST #6 kit and wonder if advacing the timing will help throtle response a bit. I've adjusted the AFC wheel to where I smoke just a tiny bit with full throtle start but no other time. I've read that many out there have advanced their timing to 15 degrees btdc. Also, would installing a 3K GSK kit be a major risk to a stock auto trans?

Appreciate some helpful input.

Thanks, Bill

 

[ndurbin]

Theres two ways I know of to adjust the timing.



First way is to remove the #1 and #6 valve covers. rotate the engine till #1 is ready to fire. place a dial indicator on the #1 intake valve. this well tell you what your timing is at now. then remove the oil filler neck, the plastic can sometimes break so go easy. then you can get in there and remove the nut that holds the pump gear on. after the nut is off pop the gear loose from the shaft. remove #1 injector line from the pump so you can see when it cuts off fuel. rotate the engine to desired timing (don't remember what it should read on the dial indicator, . 170ish i think). you'll need a 3rd hand to pump the hand primer while setting the timing so you can see when the fuel cuts off. tighten the nut back up to the gear. these nuts sometimes have a tendancy to stretch and not give ya the proper torque. replace everything, well need new valve cover gaskets for the covers and your all set.



The second way is to remove #1 injector and use a screwdriver to find TDC.



probably wouldn't hurt to adjust the vavles while your in there. . 010 intake . 020 exhaust. new overflow valve wouldn't hurt either.



I can only guess on the 3k GSK. But I dont think it would hurt a stock transmission. probably wouldn't hurt to call and ask TST or somebody who sells them.

 

[Howard Durand]

Locate TSB 18-10-94 Rev. A (go to http://dodgeram.org/)

It has detailed instructions on timing the P7100 pump.

It also lists the special tools that you will need such as a dial indicator (preferably metric) with adapter and tip, a delivery valve socket for removing the #1 delivery valve and barring tool to turn the engine.

I did mine recently and it took all day.



You will need to establish a top dead center timing mark on the dampner for reference.

Check the threads on this forum. You will find several good methods of determining TDC besides using the timing pin.



Go to http://www.piersdiesel.com/ for a Bosch P 7100 plunger lift timing chart.

 

[bighammer]

Originally posted by ndurbin

Theres two ways I know of to adjust the timing.



First way is to remove the #1 and #6 valve covers. rotate the engine till #1 is ready to fire. place a dial indicator on the #1 intake valve. this well tell you what your timing is at now. then remove the oil filler neck, the plastic can sometimes break so go easy. then you can get in there and remove the nut that holds the pump gear on. after the nut is off pop the gear loose from the shaft. remove #1 injector line from the pump so you can see when it cuts off fuel. rotate the engine to desired timing (don't remember what it should read on the dial indicator, . 170ish i think). you'll need a 3rd hand to pump the hand primer while setting the timing so you can see when the fuel cuts off. tighten the nut back up to the gear. these nuts sometimes have a tendancy to stretch and not give ya the proper torque. replace everything, well need new valve cover gaskets for the covers and your all set.



The second way is to remove #1 injector and use a screwdriver to find TDC.



probably wouldn't hurt to adjust the vavles while your in there. . 010 intake . 020 exhaust. new overflow valve wouldn't hurt either.



I can only guess on the 3k GSK. But I dont think it would hurt a stock transmission. probably wouldn't hurt to call and ask TST or somebody who sells them.

I'm sorry, but I haven't heard of either method for checking timing. Could you explain a little further?

 

[BPonci]

Use drop valve method to locate tdc. Set timing to 15. 5 degrees. Make a wire pointer and bolt to tach pickup. Scribe a line in damper where pointer meets. Makes setting timing and adjusting valves much easier. Happy Holidays!