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Offline jimbir

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Ignition timing problem
« on: June 05, 2011, 09:16:35 AM »
I've set the dwell at 46ยบ on both sets of points using the 4 cyl scale on a dwell meter. Using a strobe timing light, I can get the 1-4 timing perfect but I can't  get 2-3 advanced far enough. The plate those point are on is rotated as far counterclockwise as it will go. The best I can do is get the T and index marks to line up. Can anybody point me in the right direction to fix this problem?

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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #1 on: June 05, 2011, 09:24:42 AM »
Common problem with aftermarket points......... may have to reduce dwell to achieve more advance adjustment. See Hondamans post about 'working with Daichi points '.

One more thing!......... is the points plate a snug fit ?, it may be a little off-center vs. the point cam .
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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #2 on: June 05, 2011, 09:42:19 AM »
Appears to be snug fit. Seems like it would have to be way off center to be this far out of adjustment.

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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #3 on: June 05, 2011, 11:26:59 AM »
Check the ignition FAQ?
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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #4 on: June 06, 2011, 08:27:07 AM »
Can someone identify these points? Are they orig Honda or cheapies?
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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #5 on: June 06, 2011, 08:33:46 AM »
Imitations. Daiichi.
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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #6 on: June 06, 2011, 08:43:27 AM »
Those are the cheap points.  I had the same problem with them, the geometry of the base is way off and thus the timing usually can't be set properly without modification.
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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #7 on: June 06, 2011, 09:08:04 AM »
So. Got an online source for OEM quality. Local Honda dealer wants $28 per set. Is
that about right?

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Re: Ignition timing problem
« Reply #8 on: June 06, 2011, 12:21:55 PM »
28 bucks , about right..... I bought a set online , spent fifty bucks for both with shipping  ::) ::) :o
Well, at least they were 'genuine Honda ".......
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