I need to know what the correct spark plug gap and ignition timing are for a 1982 302 engine double barrell automatic tranny. I also need to know if gas comming out of the top of the carborator would be a vacuum problem.
questions on an 82 302 engine
Nov 16, 2005
3 Replies
If gas is flowing out the vent stacks in the top of the carb, it's probably either a stuck float valve or a saturated float that's not floating any more.
SC Tom
Gap .040
Timing - try 14 deg BTDC initial.
All this wil not help you until you change your timing chain. It's jumped a few teeth.
Rob
0.045" for the plugs... ignition timing about 8 to 10 degrees with the vacuum advance disconnected... there's either something caugh in the needle and seat or the float is sunk.... probably time for a carb overhaul on something this old anyway...
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