Anyone using an ignition advancer?

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mik_str
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Anyone using an ignition advancer?

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Greetings from across the Pond fellow VTR'ers :)

I was wondering who among you was using some type of ignition advancer on your VTR's? I have scanned around looking for info (Micapeak,...) and it seems that quite a few people are using them (mostly the Factory Pro +4 degrees unit) but I have read few comments that relate directly to its effect.

If you are using one, which type? What has been your experience with it? Pros and cons?

I am currently running a DJ kit and Microns and was contemplating getting one of the Factory advancers.

Thanks in advance

Mikstr
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Pete.L
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I've done it.
Used the Factory one. Dynoed it afterwards and.......
Not a lot of difference :cry: 1-2 HP across the range. I haven't suffered from engine Knock and cheep fuel still runs ok in it, so I wouldn't think you have to worry about damaging the engine.

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Post by mik_str »

thanks Pete

feel any improvement in terms of throttle response? Any difference in engine smoothness?

Anyone else?

cheers
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Post by alan »

I could of told you i was using the ignition advancer but i was pipped at the end of auction on ebay a 4 degree factory advancer sold for 10.50

GUTTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Don't get me wrong Mik
Pick up is definitely improved. The engine feels a little more eager and Revs a little free er at the top end too. I was just surprised at the lack of difference when it came off the Dyno :?

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you'll get one in the end :P
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