Mechpro 12v Timing Light - MPBTL1

Mechpro Inductive Timing Light

Featuring a tough ABS plastic body to withstand the knocks and punishment of any garage or workshop this Timing Light from Mechpro has been designed for fast and accurate ignition timing readings to get your vehicle running smoothly in no time. Compatible for all 12 Volt DC petrol systems this timing light features a status light confirming correct connection to the vehicle and the Xenon stroboscope provides clear illumination and visibility of engine timing marks. Made for the capable home mechanic or serious DIY-er this unit allows for easy diagnosis of ignition timing issues or advanced or retarded ignition that robs your engine of power.

Back in a time when ECU's and laptop programmable ignition systems were figments of the imagination and beyond the reach of mere mortals there existed a world of carburettors, points ignition and the seemingly black art of home tuning. Where instant horsepower gains came from the slightest rotation of the distributor and a couple of richer needles in the carburettor it was, alas a simpler time, albeit with less horsepower. For those of us that still dabble in this realm we see the value in ensuring that our vehicles timing is spot on to ensure smooth power delivery and maximum gains from our engine. Using a timing light is relatively straightforward and will quickly highlight a few basic signs of your engine tuning -

• Firstly connect the clamps to the positive and negative sides of the battery and then attach the signal wire to the number one spark plug wire
• Then with the engine running, direct the timing light at the crankshaft pulley at the lower front of the engine.
• Pulling the trigger on the timing light will provide a strobe effect that will indicate on the pulley whether the number one cylinder is firing before or after TDC (top dead centre). There are degree marks on the pulley that signify where this specifically is.

This diagnosis will then allow you to determine whether your engine is firing too early before the piston is at the top of the cylinder or too late after the piston is on the downward stroke. Both of these actions rob your engine of power and performance. As is the case with varying engines and ignition timings it pays to be familiar with your vehicles optimum timing specifications and work to those as recommended by the manufacturer.

Are you like us and love to spend weekends and evenings after work in the garage, fixing or servicing or modifying your car? Do you look forward to track days, off-road adventures, road trips, or just fixing the parts that break instead of paying a professional? Then you, like us, are the professional DIYer and you need the range of Mechpro tools and garage equipment when getting to work on all of your projects. If you're looking to add a few extra tools to your existing arsenal or wanting to start from scratch with a fresh tool kit, Mechpro is designed for you. When you are dreaming of suspension upgrades, the tools you need are Mechpro. When you are looking to adjust your carby to squeeze out every last possible horsepower, Mechpro is there. When you just need to do that fluid change on the driveway and change out some filters, Mechpro is there.

The Mechpro range is vast. It offers the tools and equipment required for anything from small tasks in the garage, year-long restoration or modification projects or even big clean-up tasks, the Mechpro range has you covered with gear including:

• Complete tool kits
• Tool storage boxes, cabinets, shelving
• Electric or petrol pressure washers
• Air tools and compressors
• Various hand tools including sockets, spanners and screwdrivers
• Parts washers
• Engine cranes and stands

• At Repco, we can help your kit out your tool library in no time with all the necessary gear for your own unique application. Mechpro offers strong and versatile tools that don't cost the earth, so you can focus on the job at hand and pour money into new go-fast bits for your track car, kit out your 4x4 with all the best touring gear or just buy some new fluids and filters for the daily driver. Make your home workshop the envy of your neighbourhood by shopping the full Mechpro range online or visit a Repco store today and speak with one of our friendly staff to get your garage fully kitted out.