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What are the timing marks on 289 ford engine?

1. Top Dead Center (TDC)

* This mark is located on the crankshaft pulley.

* It indicates when the piston in cylinder number one is at the highest point of its travel.

2. 6 Degrees Before Top Dead Center (6° BTDC)

* This mark is located 6 degrees clockwise from the TDC mark.

* It is used when setting the ignition timing.

3. 10 Degrees After Top Dead Center (10° ATDC)

* This mark is located 10 degrees counterclockwise from the TDC mark.

* It is used when setting the dwell angle on points-type distributors.

4. 30 Degrees Before Top Dead Center (30° BTDC)

* This mark is located 30 degrees clockwise from the TDC mark.

* It is used when setting the timing on some Ford engines with electronic ignition.