Timing Gear Setting

[lastdime]

I have a 460 Super Cobra Jet engine from Ford Racing with an M-6250-C460 cam. On the crankshaft timing chain gear it allows for an advance or retard setting. Does anyone know if this cam requires either?

[spdbrake]

It could be either. Best to set it up with a degree wheel and not focus on the additional keyways unless needed to make the spec the cam card calls for.

(fordmuscle.com/archives/2007/04/DontBeRetarded/index.php)

(wallaceracing.com/Calculators.htm)

[lastdime]

Thanks for the article. I have also read that prior to 1973 both the gears were set on zero but after that it should be advanced 4 degrees. I'll have to check further.

[spdbrake]

I'd give FRPP a call. That cam is still used in the 460 crate motor they sell.
(performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-6250-C460) Techline at page top.

[lastdime]

As it would have it, they are closed today, tomorrow and Monday. I guess I won't get much done this weekend. Thanks