Timing 6 degrees before TDC vacuum hose disconnected from vacuum advance. Idle @ 600rpm auto trans. and 700rpm
for std. trans. Plug gap .035 non HEI ignition, point dwell 28-32 degrees or .019 gap with feeler gauge on high lobe point open. Timing can vary a few degrees depending on cam and fuel. Also point setting changes timing. Go back and check each reading as you change one the others change. (example: increase timing, rpms also go up) All settings made with vacuum hose off advance and plugged.Hope this helps good luck.

May 17, 2015 | Cars & Trucks

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How do I fix the rot around the hinges on the A pillar on my 85 Elcamino

the best way is to get a new A pillar and have it 'cut into' place , nothing else will be strong enough

Oct 08, 2014 | Chevrolet 1500 Cars & Trucks

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Will a '65 elcamino cab and bed fit a '83 elcamino frame. Both are 350 v-8

The 83 has a shorter and narrower wheelbase, but anything is possible if you want to do it bad enough and can afford it.

Oct 25, 2013 | Chevrolet El Camino Cars & Trucks

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Looking for a new or reproduction decal for California smog code ZCW for a 1987 elcamino 305 v8 restoration. GM part #10051431. the elcamino store does not have this one

Try Original Parts Group, theyre a mail order restoration company. http://www.opgi.com/

Mar 24, 2011 | 1987 Chevrolet El Camino

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2000 626 2.0 manual trans. what is the difference in a engine that has a auto trans and one that has a manual trans. looking to replace my engine with manual trans but most are for automatic trans and some...

There are many differences, starting with your wiring harness, ecu computer, and it goes on from there.
Manual: There are a set # of gears (usually 4-6) and you switch between them as required.
Automatic: Again a set # of gears (usually 3-5), the transmission switches them automatically, based on current speed and other variables
For an manual you'll need to hook up a tachometer which cues you when the best time to shift is.

Feb 17, 2011 | 2000 Mazda 626

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Auto trans having problems with the overdrive

get it to your local trans shop for a diagnostic, sounds like rebuild time.

Nov 11, 2009 | 1996 Mercury Sable

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Need to install a timing gasket cover set....aproximately how long should that take?

3.4L FLAG TIME 6.5HR LABOR RATE
3.8L FLAG TIME 3.8HR LABOR TIME
5.7L AUTO TRANS 5.5HR LABOR RATE
5.7L STANDER TRANS 6.1HR LABOR RATE
ALL TIME WITHOUT ADDITIONAL LABOR ADDED
LIKE A/COMPR - POWER/S PUMP - AIR PUMP.

Nov 07, 2009 | 1995 Chevrolet Camaro

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I have a 85 chevy elcamino. It has a 305 engine in it that needs to be replaced,along with the transmission. I have a friend that will give me a early to mid 90s chevy caprice with a 350. Do you think that...

Providing that the valve covers are the same, the engine should fit. It would be easiest if both transmissions were identical but you can use a 350, 400 or even a 700r4 in there with some mods and a crossmember move and possibly a driveshaft mod. You will probably want to swap intake manifolds and all brackets for stuff up front as well.

Jun 05, 2009 | 1985 Chevrolet El Camino

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What is the timing set at for a 1983 dodge 318/automatic? the sticker under the hood is gone.

Hello snowcat426a:Not knowing for sure thing like altitude or if Calif. emissions here are all the specs. 318 w/2bbl. carb. man. or auto trans. 12 @ 750 rpm. with California emissions auto or man. trans. [email protected] rpm high altitude with auto or man. trans [email protected] rpm. If equiped with a 4 bbl carb. the specs are as follows. 4 bbl.stand trans [email protected] .with automatic [email protected] rpm. With California emissions stand. transnission [email protected] rpm. Automatic specs for California emission are not available.Heavt duty specs. man trans, [email protected] rpm.auto is the same as the man. transmission specs. Should you need further help just ask. please leave rating as this helps with feedback. Thank You for using FixYa. Roger

Apr 16, 2009 | Dodge Ramcharger Cars & Trucks