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    Nov 02, 2021 3 minutes
    by Jon Chabot

    Proper Timing Advance

    I was told that my 36hp Okrasa 1300 motor needs 28-30º advance at 3000rpm, but my current Bosch 009 distributor gets only 20º at 3000 rpm. I heard that the Bosch 010 provides more advance, but I’m not sure if I should change it or try other ways to get the proper timing advance and curve. Any suggestions as far as good performance distributors? Thanks

    Peter Collins Tampa, FL

    Peter, the Bosch 010 and 009 can both be set up to achieve your desired 30º advance. It’s just a matter of setting up your

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