Does anyone have any advice on advancing the timing on a 3rd Gen Teg with a B18B? I've read a little on the internet so far in regards to the procedure on how to advance it. It sounds like the factory specs are 14-18 degrees before TDC and that it's set at 16 degrees from the factory. My timing belt was replaced in May 2008 and my brother thinks that my timing was set too low by the Acura mechanic, but still in spec. Were gonna check it out with a timing light this week, but I was wanting any info from anyone who advanced it to 18 degrees.

It sounds like premium fuel is recommended for the advance. I'm aware of the potential drawbacks of the advance, but has anyone had any major mechanical issues with the longevity of their engine while still having their timing within spec at 18 degrees? My brother was getting really crappy gas mileage and power out of his VW Jetta 1.9L TDI which also recently had a timing belt replaced a few months ago at the VW dealer. He checked his timing and it was within spec but was on the low end and was retarded. He advanced the timing to the upper end of spec and is getting much better power and efficiency from the car. Any ideas or comments?