How to set the timing on a 318 Mopar engine?
How to set the timing on a 318 Mopar engine? Loosen the bolt on the distributor hold-down clamp with a wrench. Loosen it only enough so that you can barely turn the distributor. Start the engine. Being careful of moving parts such as belts, pulleys and the fan blade, shine the timing light down on the marker. The light will allow you to see the notch on the balancer lined up with the marker. How do you change the timing on a Dodge 360? Loosen the hold-down bolt at the base of the distributor with the wrench. Half a turn...