I have a 1970 nova with a 1983 305 v8 (converted back to points style ign) and i am about to install a new intake manifold.

Right now i have the timing set to the stock degree, but I have been told by 3 people that if I cap off the vacuum advance on the distributor, and then set the timing to 32 degrees , that it'll yeild the most power from the engine.

I just wanted to get some opinions on this and if anyone has had experience with this.

Good idea or bad idea?

Perks/Downsides?

Thanks
Dallas