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Subject:Re: Rotor Position?
From:neil N
Date:Sun, 22 Jul 2007 09:56:57 -0700

Is there a notch on rim of distributor?

If so, notch indicates #1 cyl.

Neil.

On 7/22/07, John C... <Trvlr2001@comcast.net> wrote:
> Hi All,
> I started to adjust the hyd valves,
> #1 cyl is on TDC ( pass side, front ) on compression stroke.
> But, the Rotor is pointing in the direction of the crank pulley.
> I'm remembering that it should be 180 different,
> pointing towards # 3 cyl, &, the electrical plug direction.
> And, does it really matter?
> Engine seems to run good right where it is.
> But then, I'm a little Anal Retentive, & this kind of thing bugs the bjepppers out of me :o)
> Any help greatly appreciated!
> best,
> John C...
>

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