How to Retime opti???

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Oct 11, 2009 | 07:26 PM

RGV SS

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From: Katy, Tx.

How to Retime opti???

I'm working on my 5th opti, and I'm not getting tired of doing this but I am getting tired of paying the mechanic to retime it for me. Is there a write up on how to retime it correctly??? I've tried searching and no luck. If I could figure out how to do this then I could be a little richer. LOL! Could someone please help me!?

Oct 11, 2009 | 07:41 PM

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What do you mean "retime" the opti?

Oct 11, 2009 | 07:42 PM

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you dont re-time an opti. you just bolt it on.

any re-timing is done through the tune in the computer..... but if your just changing optis that's not required.

Oct 11, 2009 | 07:47 PM

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From: limbo

"Install optispark. (3/8 bolts - torque to 106 lb. in.) Use new o-rings on the drive mechanism if yours are missing or brittle. Be sure to orient the drive correctly for proper timing. If you put the sprocket dots together, you are at #6 TDC and the cam dowel is in the 3 o'clock position. On the back of the opti, point the special slot on the opti drive to the "6". Line up the mounting ears of the opti with the bolt holes on the front cover. Don't disturb the drive position and slide the opti on until it fits flush."
taken from Rob's site> http://shbox.com/ci/cam_install.html
read the entire site and save yourself some money, sounds like your mechanic may be taking you for a ride as you don't have to time anything.

Oct 11, 2009 | 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by RGV SS

Proper indexing depends on the type of opti (un-vented or vented). Since you don't give any car info, it's impossible to offer the correct advice.

Oct 12, 2009 | 03:10 PM

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From: evil john tejas

rgv as in south texas?? pm me where your from and maybe i can help you, cause like everyone else stated, you just bolt it on and thats all, you shouldnt have to use any force at all...