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Mailbag: Timing Adjustment Recommendations for a Small Block Chevy V8

You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. We work with the Summit Racing tech department to help you tackle your auto-related conundrums. In this week’s Mailbag, we’re helping a reader time his engine. Q: I have a 1956 Chevy with a 300-horsepower 350. It’s hooked up to, and sends power to, a 12-bolt rear axle with 4.11 gears. My

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Mailbag: Shocking Dilemmas and Traction Troubles

Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re taking on electrical gremlins and traction problems. K.M. • Danvers, MA Q: I own a 1972 Chevelle with a moderately built 350 and a four-speed. Recently, I installed a MSD Billet distributor, 6A ignition box, and coil. When I try

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