I've got a great curiousity about this magnetic timing probe method of setting timing. Can someone explain how that works/what the electronic timing equipment is? More accurate than using a timing-light?Thanks

 

Magnetic timing is based on probe picking up notch in balancer / pulley and showing timing digitally. You need to know and set timing offset (how far from TDC probe is set) GM 9.5 degrees. It's a little easier to set timing since you can look at meter vs.using light while turning distributor. It was a short lived idea during the late 70's and lasted until the late 80's, not all engines were equiped for probe.

 

Thanks for the info. It sure would be easier to look at a meter instead of the dance of the timing light/distributor turn.....