I went to the garage with the intent of starting the GT so I could pull it into the garage facing to other way so the exhaust could exit while I checked the timing. No Go. Not starting.
I wanted to verify all the initial set-up anyway so here I go. I'm going to document all this so let me know if you see anything amiss.
- Check the cam installation to make sure the chain is not off a tooth. I find this easier to check with #4 TDC so I lined up the flywheel ball and checked that the cam pin is at 12:00. Looks good
- Rotate the engine until the flywheel ball appears again to determine #1 TDC. Cam pin at 6:00.
The first photo shows cam pin location at #4 TDC.
The second photo shows the best view of the flywheel pointer. With the sidedraft manifold I have to locate the ball with my finger. I'm not thinking I'll be able use my new timing light.
The cam installation appears fine. On to the distributor install.