>"Actually, its usually the opposite (assuming that the timing is not >advanced so >much that causes the engine to knock). As you advance the timing, the peak >cylinder pressure and temperature increase" I experienced just the opposite, I advanced my timing which noticably increased my low-end torque but I noticed my engine temp was running 10 to 15 degrees hotter.. I was considering a larger heat xchanger but the forum I was yakking with recommended a timing retard.. it worked (ran cooler) but I decided to add an expansion tank and let it run hotter cuz it was more fun to drive (it did have headers and a larger cam). I >