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Kaiser Jeep 1971 225 V6

Courtesy of Alan Friedl

1971 Jeep Jeepster V6 160 HP Dauntless 225 CID with Exhaust Emission Control Engine
Engine basics 225 CID
Firing Order 1-6-5-4-3-2
Hydraulic. Lifters Zero Lash
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Compression PSI 150
Max Variation of Highest to Lowest Cylinder Compression Reading Not to Exceed 25%
Battery 12V Negative Ground
Standard Prestolite 2480 50AH
Optional Prestolite 2495 70AH
Cranking Voltage (Minimum) 10V
Cranking Speed 185 RPM
Charging System (Measured in Battery) Standard 28A Heavy Duty Output Operating Voltage @ 75°F
Idle Set Idle with all accessories off, engine at operating temperature
Engine Vacuum 18-21"
Air Conditioning OFF
Manual Transmission 650-700 RPM
Automatic Transmission (Neutral) 650-700 RPM
Dwell At Idle 29°
Variation (Idle to 1750 RPM)
Ignition Timing Distributor vacuum hoses disconnected and plugged, at Idle
Manual Transmission TDC
Automatic Transmission TDC
Ignition Advance (Degrees @ 2500 RPM) Center