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Originally Posted by Foxtrot
Again, for reference, I have a 1979 C20 Camper Special (Silverado) with a 454--all original.
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Originally Posted by Foxtrot
..the engine runs exceptionally well..
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my first thoughts are: a '79 camper 454 isn't going to be getting much in the way of gas mileage and "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". but that last part isn't very appealing to most of us
aside from that, knowing what your current initial timing is is always a good thing.
your vacuum advance may be operating off a different vacuum source than geezer's which will make a difference.
and Parrot's comments about emissions control stuff are pertinent 'cause all that mess works against fuel mileage/performance