Corvette tech guru James Berry tackles part 2 of his tune-up series. Learn how to set ignition timing on your Corvette.

If your timing light doesn’t have a means to set advance on the light, you’ll need to mark the damper at your desired timing setting (say, 13 degrees).

For any given engine rpm, there is an optimum timing setting that provides maximum power. Most people set ignition timing by advancing the distributor until the engine pings under load, then ...

A timing light also has a limited rpm range, which might be a problem if you’re working on modern high-revving motorcycle engines. Even the best timing light may not cover every eventuality, so ...

The most important thing when performing a tune-up on an older vehicle is to complete the adjustments in order. The first step is to set the ignition points, then the ignition timing and finally ...