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Old 06-08-2016, 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by ngoma View Post
What about the flywheel mark?
Works, but much harder to find, and possible to get it set to TDC 180* off unless using a cam reference as well. (Looks like the valve cover is removed so that would be an option though.) For finding TDC to an approximate degree for disassembly I think using the IP reference is fine and easier, precision of the crank method doesn't hurt but it's not necessary.

It is required for setting timing upon reassembly though.
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