darthurwilson
Registered User
I just fired up my 3.8 sc that I install in a 1978 Jeep CJ. The engine was brand new not rebuilt and never fired until today oct 15.
Two issues. the timing appears to be retarded.
Do you have to have the tool to set the Cam sensor or can you rotate the cam sensor and set the timing at 10 BFTDC or do you need to align the cam sensor when number 1 is at 26 deg after tdc like the manual says
The engine acts like retarded timing when it is trying to start but once running it is ok.
Second issue
I can't get any boost. I used 3 in silicone elbows on the tubing to and from the inner cooler( stock unit). When I rev up the engine the elbows collapse and the engine boost gauge shows 30 inches of vacuum,- no boost. If I disconnect the tube on the outlet of the supercharger I get hot air at startup?
Please help
David Wilson
Brighton
Two issues. the timing appears to be retarded.
Do you have to have the tool to set the Cam sensor or can you rotate the cam sensor and set the timing at 10 BFTDC or do you need to align the cam sensor when number 1 is at 26 deg after tdc like the manual says
The engine acts like retarded timing when it is trying to start but once running it is ok.
Second issue
I can't get any boost. I used 3 in silicone elbows on the tubing to and from the inner cooler( stock unit). When I rev up the engine the elbows collapse and the engine boost gauge shows 30 inches of vacuum,- no boost. If I disconnect the tube on the outlet of the supercharger I get hot air at startup?
Please help
David Wilson
Brighton