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Old 08-06-2016, 04:50 PM   #1
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1998 5.7 vortec

Can you tell me if I can set the distributor timing using a CP9180?
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Re: 1998 5.7 vortec

After reading the description on Amazon, I doubt it. You need a tool that can access "cam offset" or "cam retard" to set "base" timing. They are not cheap!!
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Re: 1998 5.7 vortec

I can verify that the CP9180 can NOT read the cam retard.
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Re: 1998 5.7 vortec

Thanks to bellacuba and to 777stickman appreciate the feedback.


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