very good discussion guys ! i am learning things as well as confirming things i have thought about for many years.
i have always liked higher engine temperatures [200-205f] than most, but sometimes i have difficulty getting the correct distributor curves [mechanical as well as vacuum advance] for the particular application.
having said that, i realize today's factory high horsepower is all fuel injection computer controlled, as well as using higher engine temperatures, but if using carburetor[s], a knock sensor [or two] plus a retard box is the correct way to go, correct ?
please help me understand how these retard boxes work with knock sensors. the only one i'm even slightly familiar with is the MSD box with the dial on the face, and as i understand it, that unit just pulls timing at a preset rpm ? can it even work with knock sensors ? shruggy
my foggy old brain needs some assistance here. TIA ! bow
beer