Engine Specific Articles

Engine - Timing Chain Conversion: The Timing Chain Conversion Kit (see Part# 1015012 ) adds a dual row timing chain to replace the single timing chain that is standard in the late 85-95 22R & 22 … Read more

Engine - Timing Chain This is the chain that drives the camshaft, valve train and ignition system. It's a very important part in your engine dependability and performance. A little history on the Toy … Read more

Engine - Timing Chain Evolution Single Row vs. Double Row From 1975 to 1982 Toyota produced the 20R & 22R four-cylinder engines that utilized a dual timing chain system. It proved to be very depe … Read more

Ignition - 22 Performance Ignition Timing Curve Initial Timing at 1000 RPM: 12-14 Degrees Centrifugal Timing at 2000 RPM: 20-22 Degrees Vac Advance (Venturi Vacuum Source): 4-6 Degrees … Read more

Engine - Setting The Proper Distributor Timing Setting ignition timing on a high performance Toyota engine can make a very big difference in how they ultimately will perform. When using an LC Enginee … Read more

Engine - Setting The Ignition Timing Correctly Before attempting to check/adjust the timing, make sure the air gap is correct between the distributor rotor and signal generator. Connect a tac … Read more