hey,

is it possible to set, change, timing on a VE engine? I don't know how you'd do it. I mean, there's no distributor. i'm just wondering cause i've heard some talk of changing the timing in the VE and i have no idea how to. thanks guys

 

Per Bryan H's instructions:

1. Find the Crank Angle Sensor(drivers side, side of the valve cover, little circle like thingy)
2. Undo the bolts holding it on(Its 2 or 3, 12mm(I think) screws)
3. Turn the Sensor 1/2 turn counter clockwise.
4. Reverse the steps(except the turning)

Not sure if this has been tested by anyone but this is what I've been told. Someone with a FSM may be able to tell you better..

 

C'mon Maximamike....

You need to install a timing light on your engine first. #1 cylinder is on the rear bank all the way towards the pass. side. Usually the timing light will pick up a signal just from clipping the pickup to the harness connector to the coil. If not take the 2 10 mm bolts out of the coil and hook a short high tension (regular spark plug) wire between the spark plug and the coil. Start your engine and make sure the timing light is working, and verify where your timing is set at the moment by checking the marks on the crankshaft pulley.
Once you loosen the crank angle sensor, you can adjust the timing by rotating the sensor. If you want you can advance your timing 5 degrees for better power (Unless you have ECU, which I doubt you do), but you must now always use good 92 octane gas, and make sure that your engine does not knock during acceleration. I would recommend you purchase and study a repair manual for your car before you attempt this....

 

hey,

yeah, i know how to time a car. i've got a real nice timing light and stuff too. i just didn't know how you did it with the electronic ignition. thanks alot man. oh, the other thing, anyone that's advanced their timing, what kind of difference did you notice? i'm just wondering. and, what is the base timing for our ve engine? 0 degrees?

 

Base timing for a VE is 15 Degrees BTDC. I have advanced mine to 20 and there is a difference.... jsut make sure you use good gas.