Hi All, on the last throws of my 1911 2 3/4 (Auto Inlet Valves) Model D restoration, 11 days until the Pioneer Run.
Any of you have more knowledge than a copy of the original manual, Have i got the valve timing wrong, the engine runs very hot, very little experience with engines this old so i was wondering if any of you could point me in the right direction, i think the ignition timing is to far retarded and am thinking the valve timing may be a tooth out.
She starts well as long as i advance the spark as much as possible, runs with what i would call far to much crispness, not a racing machine after all. I am taking the engine off the frame tomorrow so i can remove the cylinders to check the timings.
So who can tell me, How far is " Keep on turning the cam till the valve tappet ha absolutely closed. Move forward the cam the least shade further"
Any help from you experienced people will be well received.
Cheers
Chris