Dwell Adjustment

[tkmichael11]

Hi all. I'm in the process of fine tuning my merc 228 ('80). The points are within range, the timing is at 8 btdc but I don't have a dwell meter to confirm the dwell. Is there a way to check dwell without a meter? Also, does anyone know what the centrifugal timing should be and at what rpm?

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: Dwell Adjustment

No way to check dwell without a dwell meter that I know of .......
Total advance should be between 23-28 degrees @ 3800 rpms.....​

 

[Mn Warrior]

Re: Dwell Adjustment

No way to check dwell without a dwell meter that I know of .......
Total advance should be between 23-28 degrees @ 3800 rpms.....​

Agree 100%, You can buy a cheap analog volt/ohm meter w/dwell setting at your local auto parts store that will work for what you need.

 

[tkmichael11]

Re: Dwell Adjustment

I checked and adjusted the dwell......then the timing.......Runs GREAT!!!