Can bad timing cause overheating issues?

[LJBS13]

91 ka24de.
basically installed a new cylinder head. got everything back together in order. all the timing marks are on point. except for the distributer. so the car runs, but runs pretty shitty. my concern is why the car is overheating i have a new waterpump, coolant is there everything looks good but rite wen i give it any gas the temp gauge shoots up. can bad timing cause this? any input would be appreciated! thanks

[AYE MAN THIS IS KADEEM!!!]

pop off larry!

[ejmetcalf]

ild say yes but i havent worked on a ka24de. my sr had heating issues when the timing was off plus i had spark blowout(which i didnt know at the time). so even after i got the timing right it still ran like shit and heated. checked the plugs and replaced them. havent really had an issue with heat sence

[Om1kron]

bad timing can cause melted piston issues, or bent valve issues.

[GSXRJJordan]

Yes, bad timing can cause you to run hot, but as far as overheating I'd look more at making sure your cooling system is bled properly (have someone help you if you've never done it right before).

[LJBS13]

Yes, bad timing can cause you to run hot, but as far as overheating I'd look more at making sure your cooling system is bled properly (have someone help you if you've never done it right before).

you were right. bled the cooling system properly. no more heating up

[89_240jdm]

have you check the clutch fan or the radiator cap ...because i had a s13 and started to overhead i change the cap and fix the problem ..

[DALAZ_68]

hope you had the heater (assumign you still have the system hooked up) at full blast while bleeding...cuz you might be in for a surprise next time you use it...