Originally Posted by Pacnorthcuda
What RPM are you at during this “no power” timeframe? A lot of cams don’t make power till about 2000 rpm and if you try to engage the clutch well below that the power just isn’t there yet……..


Right off the line (700 - 1200-ish). I realize the cam/engine isn't even close to it's power band but it was noticeably down on power. A '63 Volkswagon Beetle with three heavy guys in it could have beat it off the line. eek

With the timing bumped up it's much better!