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Timing error during instantaneous acceleration of the engine is a major contributor to a loss in power and a rise in emissions. This chart shows the potential for timing error with conventional time-based ignitions. Note the substantial increase in error at low rpm.
LT-1 Ignition System - Getting to Know the Opti-Spark

 Timing error during instantaneous acceleration of the engine is a major contributor to a loss in power and a rise in emissions. This chart shows the potential for timing error with conventional time-based ignitions. Note the substantial increase in error at low rpm.  View Related Article

 

 

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