I must have misread your post (though no mention was made of the Edelbrock gears). Set up properly, advamcing the cam 4 degrees will not damage the motor. Information is our friend and you need to include all pertinent data.
Advancing the camshafy 4 degrees will generally improve bottom end torque
*in most instances*.
What I said was the 5.0 does not have a timing belt.... then I went on to say (it doesn't matter if it is) belt or chain. This is the reason there was a punctuation mark in the statement. You had made mention of adjusting the timing belt even though you "are sure" it is a chain.... why would that be?
State your questions clearly, including all pertinent data. In that way, we can opffer meaningful advice.
The motor has a Edelbrock Performer timing chain. It is adjustable 4 degrees one way or the other. Are you saying if I advance the timing at the timing chain, the engine will be damaged or not run?
I am having trouble researching this because stock publications don't really cover after market changes. I have a service manual, but I am trying to focus on motor issues. It is more of an aftermarket problem.
You said there is no timing belt or chain. Not sure why you say this. It is not a gear drive, it is a chain drive. I am certain of this. I just want to understand what will happen if I advance the timing. Does a mechanical change in timing effect the electronic aspects of the motor?
I hope I am making more sense here.
Laws Unplug the spout connector and adjust the timing in the usual manner. Reconnect the spout and you're good to go. The PCm takes it's timing cue from the hall effect sensor in the distributor. If the distributor has been out, it is important to align the signature PIP with #1.
The 5.0 does not have a timing belt - belt or chain, any attempts to get "creative" with sprocket/chain relationships will only result in disappointment and possible broken parts.
I suggest purchasing a service manual for your car and learning about the systems.
If someone would be kind enough, I have a question about a 92 Mustang motor.
Can I put a 4 degree advance on a stock 5.0 mustang motor? My concern is that the computer would have no way to identify what was going on.
If I advanced the timing at the timing belt, do I have to make any adjustments, or will the car even run? I can't decide if the computer would "see" the timing problem, or in some way compensate for it. Would that cause a rich mixture and poor low torque?
Thank you for your input. My local mechanics have not had an answer for
me.