check the distributor drive gear, be sure the distributor is engaged with the oil pump drive shaft, be sure the distributor drive gear pin is not sheared, be sure the distributor is clamped down snugly.
Half of engine speed = cam. Cam drive is in the rear of the block. Cam also drives the distributor, which controls timing.
Vikki 1969 Goldenrod Yellow / black 400 convertible numbers matching