Wires swapped, timing reset. New problem... with my big cam (272@.050) it won't idle properly with up to 24 degrees initial, unless the PCV hose is disconnected allowing more fresh air into the engine. Carb is set to .020 (square) transition slots on pri & sec, and 3/32 holes in the primary throttle blades).

In fact it likes full advance (34-36) at idle. But that will certainly cause a hot starting problem... I do have a dash-mounted retard unit that has 0-15 degree range. So I see three work-arounds:

1) Always remember to turn the dial to -15 degrees when hot starting;
2) Use super-light distributor springs so advance all-in by 1200 (idle);
3) Start cranking then turn on ignition.

I'm thinking about the super-light springs. I already have an FBO limiter plate. That way the cranking timing will be 18 degrees, but when it starts the timing will immediately come up to 34.
Thoughts? shruggy