What is the point gap on a Ford 302?
It should be 29 degrees for manual transmission and 27 degrees for an automatic.
How do you set a Ford dwell?
Turn the key ON and crank the engine. Using a feeler gauge to get close, adjust the points to the desired setting according to dwell readings and tighten the points. Crank it again to be sure the dwell angle is still correct. You can now go on to set your timing.
How do you adjust dwell angle?
Refer to your owner’s manual for the correct dwell angle setting (i.e. 30 or 32 degrees). Turn the adjustment screw in (clockwise) to increase the dwell, or out (counterclockwise) to decrease the dwell. Once the needle reads the correct number, withdraw the Allen wrench and shut the engine off.
How do you check contact breaker points?
Test for continuity between the block and the stationary point attached to the distributor plate. Rotate the engine until the points are closed. Use the multi-meter to test for a good connection between the points. A slight gap when the points are supposed to be closed will keep your machine from running.
What kind of engine does a 1965 Mustang have?
This is Ford’s V8 90 degree overhead valve engine that everyone wanted in the first few Mustang years. It was dependable, economical to maintain, had adequate power and was easily modified. In 1965 through 1966, you could get the 289 in either a 2 barrel or four barrel version.
What year did the 289 come in 2 barrel?
In 1965 through 1966, you could get the 289 in either a 2 barrel or four barrel version. If you wanted the two barrel setup, you received an Autolite 2100 equipped with an automatic choke.
What kind of choke does a Ford 289 have?
In 1965 through 1966, you could get the 289 in either a 2 barrel or four barrel version. If you wanted the two barrel setup, you received an Autolite 2100 equipped with an automatic choke. If you wanted the “D” coded car in 1964 & 1965 you received an Autolite 4100 (4V) equipped with an automatic choke.
What kind of intake manifold does a Mustang have?
All intake manifolds were cast iron except the Shelby versions that were cast aluminum. All engines installed in Mustangs had a cast iron block. You younger readers may not even know that in the 1960’s you could buy a super premium gas right at the pump!