2* Timing advance Done

[tollboothwilley]

I just got my oil changed at the NISSAN dealership for $20 (brought my own Royal Purple) and while I was there I had them do the 2* timing advance. It turns out that my timing was at 14*BTDC, they corrected it and then advanced it to 17*BTDC. Cost me $50.

My thoughts: since i switched from mobile 1 to RP it may be slightly due to the oil change as well, but it seems to have more "zip". I think that the advance in timing is definitely worth doing. Feels more responsive between the engine and transmission. Quicker off the line, more tire spin.

[4drmadness]

so u finally did the two timing advance huh? hmm let me know how the car feels in a couple days? i saw an ad on craigslist for a guy who does it for $25. looks like im gona go for it as well
Modified by 4drmadness at 5:46 PM 12/5/2008

[tollboothwilley]

I'd recommend anybody who isn't using an engine management system to get this done. It feels like i'm driving a new car.

For $25-$50 buck I really don't think you can go wrong with this.

Tell me what your thoughts are after you get it done.

[4drmadness]

just got the 2 timing done. definetly felt more wheel spin, faster rev, and car feels a bit more responsive. +1 on $25 well spent.

[tollboothwilley]

it feels good right?

so you have it set at 17* now?

really can't beat the 2* advance for the cost...

[4drmadness]

yup. ive put 17

[tollboothwilley]

word. it feels much better than it did before. I love the change. Go out and smoke some cars to get over the weekend blues you had!

[4drmadness]

seems like a good idea bro.

[BrandAidDesignG35]

So fellas, Where would one with no G35 timing experience go to perform this cost effective mod? Would any auto shop have the technology, or could I do it with some sort of OBD2 type programming or something?

Thanks for always having something new to look into

[Jacko3]

Just got an appointment with my dealership to get my timing re-adjusted from 15 - 17 BTDC this coming weekend for free. We shall see when I get there if it is really free or just talk.

[tollboothwilley]

I did this at the dealership. They charged me half an hour of labor. All you need is someone that can communicate with the ECU via OBDII com port.

[kmckis1029]

how does a timing advance effect your gas milage and power of the engine?

[tollboothwilley]

It wont help gas mileage. But it does increase throttle response and power. You have to run premium if you do this mod.

[4drmadness]

you basically need the cipher software. i basically found a guy on craigslist who had it and he just connected his laptop to my obdII port. it just takes a matter of minutes. First try searching on craigslist in your local area. if you cant find anyone, then any infiniti or nissan dealership should do this for you if your warranty is gone. If you still have warranty, they might not do it for you. gl

[tollboothwilley]

wish i had this cipher software with a connecting cable...

[4drmadness]

DONT RECET THE ECU ON THIS GUYS. the timing will go away when you do this.

[RED_DET]

Warranty should make no difference. The specified range for timing advance is max 17*, they can't put it any higher because the software will not allow for it.

This mod could give you better gas mileage as well, especially if your car is running rich.

[silverkorn]

glad to see you were able to experience the difference with the timing advance. its often hard to describe what the timing advance does but once you drive it you notice it right away.

Your gas mileage shouldn't be effected, except your now on the throttle more, in fact you should get better mileage as your running a higher AFR from the timing advance

Also resetting the ECU should not remove the timing advance. The only way it should go back to the default setting is if the system detects engine knock and retards the timing. which may also be the reason some people aren't even at 15 BTDC

if anyone is in the NY/NJ area I'm more then willing to meet up and do the timing advance for you.

[tollboothwilley]

do you have the cipher software on your laptop? is that the osiris uses?

[4drmadness]

yup its from osiris

[tollboothwilley]

hmm

i def need to look into this..

[4drmadness]

hey man i wanted to get amsoil oil 0w30 and the filter as well. can you hook it up?

[kmckis1029]

another cheap mod i will do before i get an exhaust

jdm clear lights $35 plus shippingtorque damper $45 plus shippingtiming advance $25-50spacer $100-200 plus shipping

[4drmadness]

all of those are definetly worth it.

[tollboothwilley]

yup. you should get all those. I still need clear corners and torque dampers. I'm getting those HFC's now though...that will be a nice touch

[4drmadness]

dude get the ebay dampers. it increases initial torque

[tollboothwilley]

did you get both engine dampers? the stillen knock off and the Weapon R?

i'm also thinking about getting the master cylinder brace.

[4drmadness]

i only got the stillen knock off one. the car felt really peppy man. ive heard good things about the mastercylinder brace as well.

[tollboothwilley]

sweet. i'll have to make sure to order that. i'll let you know if i get the master cylinder brace.

[Jacko3]

I thought you guys might be interested in this info.

http://www.miata.net/garage/Kn....html