I need the engine point specs. or where i can find it online without having to buy an overpriced manual for this one bit of info.
[b]Ah! It might help if you told us what engine is in this truck.
Tester[/b]
its a 223 cubic in (a 6 cyl)
For all Ford 6 cyl 1955 - 1961 exc. 144
Point Gap: .025
Dwell: 36 degrees
Spark Plug Gap: .034
Timing (Man and Auto): 5 degrees BTDC
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Valve Clearance (Intake and Exh): .019H
Hope this is some use.
Ed B.
A drop of distributor cam lube every 5k miles on the lobes will go a long way to keep those points in adjustment also.
[b]OK! Here ya go!
Sparkplug Gap: .034
Point Dwell Angle: 37 degrees
Point Gap: .025
Ignition Timing *4 degrees before top-dead-center
*Vacuum advance hose removed from distributor and plugged.
Note: Timing specs are just for reference. Depending on the octane of gasoline, engine operating temperature, and condition of engine, timing should be adjusted until Knock/pinging is eliminated.
Ah! The good old days!
Tester[/b]
Thanks all for the specs. This will go a long way to get the old milk truck up and rolling. For the curious… I am turning this old truck into a mobile party truck complete with spirits lists, stereo, and supplies for every caterer, business party, barbeque, and cruise-in. Thanks again.