Elijah's Imperial Pages; was Re: IML: firing position

[Elijah Scott <imperial1971@xxxxxxxxx>]

--- Jason Slaten <jasonslaten@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> what is the original firing position for my '71
> Imperial Labaron 4 dr. hrd 
> top...i am going to get a tune up...and i need the
> original specs...it used 
> to be on Elijahs page...but his page is
> gone...please help

Sorry -- my page isn't gone, just moved.  :o)  When I
moved from Georgia to Tennessee at the beginning of
this year (changing jobs), I had to pack up my web
site as well.  It's now available at
http://members.imperialclub.com/elijah/ (the link from
the IML Year by Year page for 1971 also works).  If
you see any problems with the page, please let me
know.
 
> and what exactly does a tune up consists of....

On the '71 Imperial, a basic tune up should consist of
new spark plugs and new points and condensor in the
distributor.  The spark plug wires should be checked
and replaced if they show high resistance (I typically
just replace them anyway).  The distributor cap and
rotor should be checked for wear/burn and replaced if
needed.  The timing should be checked and adjusted if
necessary.

Be sure to use AutoLite spark plugs rather than the
Champions the car originally came with.  Champions are
no longer built to the same specs and quality as they
were in '71.  AutoLites are actually a better plug and
will eliminate pinging (assuming timing is correctly
adjusted).

Best luck,

Elijah
1965 Imperial LeBaron (currently with a busted eye)
3 1971 Imperial LeBarons

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