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PNYXPS66 · 12-10-2001, 11:36 AM

Folks~ I just replaced the timiing belt on my 88 mustang with AC and 5-speed manual transmission after it broke. Long story short, the engine survived so far and is running decently. After a complete tune-up including a much needed ignition coil, cap, rotor, and wires (plugs are Bosch platinums and in good condition), the engine stumbles under firm acceleration or after shifting gears then smooths out when the accelerator is eased. I figure it is incorrectly set timing, but I have no base timing setting to go by since the VECI label has since fallen off the fan shroud.

Could anyone please tell me what the base timing is for this vehicle? Where could I obtain a replacement VECI label for this and my 79 mustang (4cyl-AC-AT)?

Thanks for the info in advance.
Robert

12-10-2001, 11:36 AM	#1
PNYXPS66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Beaufort,SC,USA Posts: 72	88 VECI Label info, etc. Folks~ I just replaced the timiing belt on my 88 mustang with AC and 5-speed manual transmission after it broke. Long story short, the engine survived so far and is running decently. After a complete tune-up including a much needed ignition coil, cap, rotor, and wires (plugs are Bosch platinums and in good condition), the engine stumbles under firm acceleration or after shifting gears then smooths out when the accelerator is eased. I figure it is incorrectly set timing, but I have no base timing setting to go by since the VECI label has since fallen off the fan shroud. Could anyone please tell me what the base timing is for this vehicle? Where could I obtain a replacement VECI label for this and my 79 mustang (4cyl-AC-AT)? Thanks for the info in advance. Robert __________________ Pony Express 66 God Speed and keep it between the lines! There are precious few problems that cannot be solved with a judicious application of HIGH EXPLOSIVES! -Bud Webster