I am to the point where I will start messing with timing and boost to try to tune my 78 231 turbo
I have the basic timing specs from the 78 service manual and a general idea of what I am doing.
Within reason, it could be said that more timing equals more power, to a point.
At the same time it could be said more boost = more power, to a point.
and it could also be said that more timing AND more boost could lead to some problems.
SO
my basic question is this:
Am I better off starting with a constant boost level and tuning the timing to make the best power out of it without detonation, or is it advisable to set a constant timing (stock?) and then bump boost up for power?
The answer will probably be "a little of both"
What has worked for you? Any suggestions are appreciated. Lets start a discussion.
PS I know I need to get a knock gage/light. any recommendations appreciated. - Can a light be added to the 78 stock ESC system?
I have the basic timing specs from the 78 service manual and a general idea of what I am doing.
Within reason, it could be said that more timing equals more power, to a point.
At the same time it could be said more boost = more power, to a point.
and it could also be said that more timing AND more boost could lead to some problems.
SO
my basic question is this:
Am I better off starting with a constant boost level and tuning the timing to make the best power out of it without detonation, or is it advisable to set a constant timing (stock?) and then bump boost up for power?
The answer will probably be "a little of both"
What has worked for you? Any suggestions are appreciated. Lets start a discussion.
PS I know I need to get a knock gage/light. any recommendations appreciated. - Can a light be added to the 78 stock ESC system?