Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Why ? and How for 16*

[JamesAnderson]

Why does everyone mention going to 16*on the timing ?, what difference does it make? Is it something difficult to do? regular timing light, that sort of thing? Doing all kind of modes are nice but I have to do this correctly , can't

afford any layups with the truck ,summer work coming.

A #11 plate , about 15 clicks to star wheel .

A 97' CTD 4x4 5spd kingcab.

Thanks for input folks.

 

[CumminsPower98]

Here is info on timing: http://dodgeram.org/tech/dsl/FAQ/timing.htm

and here is how to do it: http://dodgeram.info/tsb/1994/18-10-94a.htm



I personally bought the Snap-on (Blue Point) set. I gained at least 1 mpg and maybe more by going to 16.

 

[tp0d]

I saw lower EGTs by about 150-300degrees, better low end power+mpg, and overall smoother running... I think higher timing does increase soot and Nox emmissions tho, but not to any bad degree...



mine is at 16. 5



-j

 

[Jetpilot]

Caution when setting the timing, too much causes high cylinder pressures that your headgasket won't like. For guys with the 215 pump, a good plate, we usually setup the timing around 15. 5*. Much higher and I have seen the consequences.



Doug Smith