How to find TDC on a Vortec 350?

[tucks20s]

I just dropped a Vortec 350 in my S10 and need to find TDC so I can properly set the timing. How do I do this on this engine?

[BlacK20]

like any other engine... remove spark plug, turn over till your finger pops off, and then line up the balancer with the tab.

[tucks20s]

Vortec's don't have tabs on the timing cover. That's the part I'm wondering about.

[BlacK20]

Vortec's don't have tabs on the timing cover. That's the part I'm wondering about.

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[tucks20s]

I thought you meant the traditional metal one that sticks out. But my cover doesn't have that either :( It's an aftermarket.

[FordeatinZ71]

I have used a straightened wire hanger stuck down in the plug hole on top of the piston...then just slowly rotate the engine until its at the top of the stroke

[BlacK20]

I have used a straightened wire hanger stuck down in the plug hole on top of the piston...then just slowly rotate the engine until its at the top of the stroke
i would do that, but first pull the plug and turn it over till your finger blows out, so you know your on the right stroke.