But I do know that there are a lot of variable timing systems out there these days even without boost, like mivec, vvt, the BMW method (whatever it's called), and others, and a lot of them focus on drastically
changing ignition timing based on sensor data, even if theres no actual valve timing changes (like vtec).
Not exact matches
At this
time, the T series
changed ignition system from Distributor to «wasted spark», pistons, Klinger head gasket, LSD and the steering was
changed to Rover's Positive Centre Feel (PCF) system.
In order to circumvent this, Volkswagen came up with the concept of retarding
ignition timing at the crucial moment of the gear
change, effectively mimicking the act of lifting off the throttle.
In a V6 engine, if one of the rear
ignition coils failed, it's a good idea to
change all three rear coils at the same
time.
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ignition; Comp Cams camshaft; Redline oil; Goodridge hoses; Griffin AB radiator; Winters Titanium driveshaft and lightweight quick -
change rear end; Fuel Safe fuel cell and 28 - gallon lightweight bladder; Peterson fuel filter Chassis Type and Modifications: Eagle Chassis; Wilwood brakes and titanium rotors; DMI hubs and axle; KSE steering; Rod End Supply ends; Weld Racing wheels and hubs; Afco gas shocks; Astro Titanium bolts; Allstar steering arms Exterior Modifications: HRP shark flat wing Interior Modifications: ButlerBuilt aluminum seat; Auto Meter gauges; Tel - Tac tachometer; Simpson seat belts; Kenny's carbon - fiber dash Courtesy of Trucking
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The kit provides
changes in the cold start cranking compensation,
changes to the maximum target boost,
changes in the
ignition timing,
changes to target airflow,
changes in cam
timing, and
changes in the fuel economy gauge reading all based solely on ethanol content in the gas tank.