The problem is not much of a problem. First line up the crank pully timing
marks on TDC. Locate #1 on the distributor cap and mark it on the base of
the
distributor, the metal portion.


way to go "certified auto mechanic". you just gave yourself a 50-50 chance of
timing your distributor 180* out, so you get a nice, fat spark just as the
intake opens on each cylinder.


I screw up... didn't read the manual
carefully. How can I find out
the original position? or how can I properly re-install the
distributor? I have a 1978 mercruiser 260 (chevy 350 engine).

Thanks for your help.