What is the correct distributor firing sequence on a 1971 Pontiac gto 455?

The correct distributor firing sequence for a 1971 Pontiac GTO with a 455 engine is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. The number one cylinder is located at the front of the engine on the driver's side. When setting the timing, ensure that the rotor is pointed towards the number one terminal on the distributor cap when the engine is at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke for that cylinder.