Pic Request : Rotor while engine is well timed (27deg BTDC) Options

[Literati914]

I'm hoping someone can snap a picture of the distributor with it's cap off - to show where the Rotor is pointing while the engine is actually timed to 27 degrees (the normal factory timing over all the 914 typeIV engines, I believe).

No adjustments would be needed on your end of course - BUT to make the picture usable it would require the photographer to rotate his/her engine to the initial timing "0" degree mark on the compression stroke with the engine off. (your car stays timed at 27 of course)

Why do I need this? - because I'd like to get the rotor in the ball-park before my assistant (w/ very limited experience) tries to maintain 3500rpm with my somewhat sticky throttle (to address soon).

So, may be kind of a hassle but I'd think it could also help others trying to time their engines for the first time too. We know what the rotor looks like at TDC, but there are no pictures available like what I'm asking for (I looked but couldn't find). I'd appreciate it if someone could help please!

ps - if posting the pic is an issue, I can provide my phone# so you can text it to me and I'll post it. LMK

[Literati914]

@Jack Standz and @brant

Im confused as to why you guys are making the assumption that I do not know how to time the engine, or that i do not have an adjustable timing light. That is not what im asking for. Seriously, thanks.. but just read my request, it says nothing about how to find tdc, etc. (or 27d for that matter). It’s distracting tbh..and now I doubt anyone will step up because hey, i must be asking for something unreasonable, right?

Btw, it may be possible to do it solo as you describe - hold and pull the trigger on a timing light, while working the throttle by hand .. and also get the distributor where it needs to be, all while your arms are awkwardly stuffed into the engine compartment - but id rather not do it that way, an since i have willing help, why would i bother?

Anyone who has a descently running 914 /4 could shoot a couple pictures. I understand most won’t care to mess with rolling the car to find “0” on the fan which is fine. No worries. I just figured someone might be willing to volunteer before the thread got side tracked. Its all good though, I’m starting to expect as much tbh.