First time setting up Timing

[Frijolito1988]

Hey guys, I have a few questions on how to do this properly.


So step 1 i found TDC on #1 piston and distributor rotor is pointing at the number 1 piston , so far so good right ?



Now i have a timing pointer & my balancer has a mark on it .

Which one is showing me 0* ? The timing pointer or the mark on the balancer ?


Another question. Once i establish and mark where 0* is. Do i start the truck at 0* and then advance the timing or do i advance the timing to either 8*-10* before i start the truck ?

I will be posting pictures shortly. Thanks guys.