What could it be?

mmajor97

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Took the boat out for the first time today after rebuilding the motor. Ran fine other than at about 2500 rpms and up there is a "pinging" sound. Wondering if it could be the exhaust shutters or perhaps a timing issue? I have a 1984 Century 3000 bow rider with a mercruiser alpha one and chevy 305 thunderbolt 4 ignition. Thanks in advance for your help!
 

Don S

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Re: What could it be?

Did you set the timing to specs and check the advance timing to make sure it's working?
 

mmajor97

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Re: What could it be?

I set the timing to 8 degrees btdc at start up. Not sure if I am following you on the other part.
 
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