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question on new lst2 engine break in

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Old 05-14-2006, 09:12 AM
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Default question on new lst2 engine break in

i just got my lst2.ive run about 2 tanks thru it using the heat cycle method,whats happening is when i go from 1/2 throttle to closed,the engine takes about 5 seconds to come back down to an idle.it stays up there and gradually comes down.any help would be great.... thanks..........
Old 05-14-2006, 10:44 AM
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Default RE: question on new lst2 engine break in

can you roll the truck backwards when its off? and if you do, the pinion and spur should continue to spin for a few seconds. all of that working correctly?

also check the carb and servo linkage, is it retracting as it should?
Old 05-14-2006, 10:48 AM
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yes all the mechanicals are ok,its the engine thats taking like 5 seconds to come back down to an idle,its no mechanical as in servo/radio/linkage...........
Old 05-14-2006, 01:38 PM
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Default RE: question on new lst2 engine break in

Your engine is just a little lean on the Low Speed Needle.

Dennis

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