[coachcoffy]

Originally Posted by j cAT

to change the timing you need to disconnect the EST connector. this when disconnected removes all spark advance. then I think its 700 RPM you set the timing to like 7deg BTDC...

I still have a 1984 305 berlinetta.. timing if too retarded could do it..

another tool to use would be a vacuum gauge.. vacuum should be 17-21 inches and hold steady .. if the reading is jumping around that would be bad valves.. a bad valve will do it.. so then you do compression check compare all cylinders..

good luck..

thank you, We're going to start on that tonight, I appreciate your help,thanks again, Mike