340 Static Compression Numbers and Test Procedure

Yeah I am running a new MSD billet into a new 6AL box. I want to try and keep the mechanical advance for now and make it all work.
Going from that old thread, base timing of 17* was set at 1100 rpm.
Unlikely that's enough advance with your engine. By 1000 rpm, it should be up around 20*
If it was 17 or 18 at 600 rpm, that would be OK starting point assuming it starts advancing before 1000 rpm.
Just MHO