45hp Merc. throttle adjustment

[stormmnv]

86 merc. 45hp 4cyl. book says this has a type "V" ignition system.

looked in the manual under timing and sinc, but could not find any information on the following.
I removded the carbs for rebuild, what I did not due, was look at the adjustment mecanism on the top of the top carb., before I removed the adjustable arm, to see what the spacing was between the cam and the fork like mecanism that advances the throttle plate rod as you advance the throttle.

I can see that as you advance the throttle, it will advance the spark before the carb. throttle plate rods start to move.
their is a screw and slotted mecanism on the top carb that would allow for more or less spark advance before the carbs kick in.
question is,>>if any of this makes sence>> what is the proper proceedure for this adjustment??/

thanks

 

[Maxz695]

Re: 45hp Merc. throttle adjustment

The carb cam should be withing 1/16th of touching the carburetor throttle lever then set timing at that point