Buddies 170 is a DOG!

Geez, it seems like it's got quite a bit working against it. Freeway gears, no kickdown, low compression, an oversize carb and a worn timing chain....not to mention lousy initial timing. I'd probably give it at least 12~15 degrees initial advance and cross my fingers. That's a small motor....170 = 2.8 liters!

I think those are great motors for long distance flat cruising, like for a traveling salesman back in the day, wanting the best mileage possible.