Is it worth having a pro set my timing?

[kenz5380]

I have a 1985 M1008. I've never messed with the timing at all, but lately I've become concerned that it is possibly too advanced as there is a lot of diesel rattle and I don't know if I'm being paranoid or if it is really bad timing. It seemed to get better when I added some sea foam to the fuel on one tank. I understand that is from increased cetane.
How much do pros charge to set the timing and does anyone know of one in Denver that I could trust to do a good job?

Thank you for your advice.

 

[bshupe]

Im no expert but it doesnt sound like timing to me. Maybe bad fuel?

 

[Matt65]

If worried about timing, I would verify the scribe mark allignment on the IP. Have you had your injectors pop tested lately?

 

[Iceman3005]

I just advanced my timing about 4-5 degrees, it knocked a little bit more than usual, almost not noticeable. But it did give it new life, feels like I have a 350 chevy under the hood!

 

[ken]

I wound suspect dirty injector nozzles. If the sea foam is making it run smoother its probally getting a more complete combustion. Most 6.2 timing issues come from a timing chain that is streached. Not a IP out if time.

 

[ororke1]

If it starts good, gets good fuel mileage and good performance you might not want to change the timing.

 

[73m819]

I am NO LONGER authorized to make CUCV suggestions

 

[Iceman3005]

I am NO LONGER authorized to make CUCV suggestions

I just fell out of my chair laughing!!!!!!

 

[dstang97]

I am NO LONGER authorized to make CUCV suggestions

boosting up your post count?

 

[dstang97]

And no its not worth having a pro set your timing. do it yourself you can get it close enough.

 

[mudman]

Oh 73M819...What did you do now...?? Come on give us some advice..I will clear you!!!

 

[73m819]

boosting up your post count?

Thread count is the least of my worries, and as far as I am concerned I do not care what anybody's count is, it is what thay bring to the SITE, attitude, and there personal bearing

 

[ryan77]

You have to find a pro with Antique tools to set the timing on these.

 

[wallew]

If you need a Diesel mechanic, go talk to the guys at 'Diesels Only' over on 1400 W. Alameda - they do diesel inspections - there is ONE GUY there who was an Army mechanic years ago and he loves the old green iron.

If you ask them nicely, they can do what ever you want. That's where I used to get mine inspected every other year.