i finally got my 302 running and just need to tune it up. i read 6 for 289 and 12 for 302, i tried 6 just to see and it ran like crap and i did 12 and it is good. Anyone recommend a specific degree? or is 12 right?

 

You're in the right ball park. Every engine is a little different, so you could try to advance/retard a degree or two and see how it runs.

 

alright thanks, just wanted to make sure

 

Depends how you built the motor. I have run them as high as 24 degrees initial timing to get them to run the best. The biggest factor is the cam.

 

As much as possible without pinging on power, always, everyone.