timing light

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

Good stuff:

http://www.harborfreight.com/xenon-t...ight-3343.html

http://www.rivercityroad.com/garage/timing.html

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Thanks. Good info. Might just end up getting a timing light. But considering how infrequently I would use it, I'm considering other options.

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Originally Posted by slowchildmiata

The knock you would be looking for is around peak torque with peak load... not something you do while setting the timing.

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But as long as the ECU kept a count I could keep an eye on it and gradually advance the timing.

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Originally Posted by GroceryHauler

I suppose I could still use it and simply advance timing until I get knocking. Does the ECU report knock count? Probably not the best idea though...

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A 97 does not have a knock sensor so the ECU has no way or reporting knock. Just buy a timing light as it is way cheaper than the damage knock can do to your engine.

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Originally Posted by Flyin96M

A 97 does not have a knock sensor so the ECU has no way or reporting knock. Just buy a timing light as it is way cheaper than the damage knock can do to your engine.

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Too bad. Left with only one option (timing light).

Thanks for all the good info!

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Originally Posted by johnwag

Mine too. My diesel's been idling rough.

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I have some barely used Caterpillar spark plugs that should help your diesel run smoother.

Just go buy or borrow a timing light from an auto parts store.

I have one you can borrow. Come over to my house and borrow it at your leisure.

IIRC, Addison to Kyle is only about 4 hours each way.

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Originally Posted by Yeller90

I have some barely used Caterpillar spark plugs that should help your diesel run smoother.

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How many toarks will i receive? PM me with details.