2 degree advance, effects on towing?

[BroncoAZ]

I've read thread after thread in the performance forum about the 2 degree timing advance adding performance. I would like the increased performance, but not if it will negatively effect the towing performance. I'm concerned that the advance could cause the truck to ping under heavy load (like dragging 9K up a mountain pass at 7,000 ft). Does anyone that tows frequently have the advance? If so, any thoughts?

Thanks,

Mitch

[onehundredk]

from what i understand its just ignition timing, giving more umph when you press on the trottle...shouldnt effect towing at all. ECU remapping/chips/dynotunes will...most of your performance should be exhaust, intake, and headers

[bestatchess]

If it starts knocking, I think the ECU will retard the timing.