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Old 08-14-2015 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by bipe II
+1 on 28-30 degree BTDC for your timing. I think the gentlemen that is stating 40 + degrees are taking their measurements different than most of us. Setting your true timing at 40+ degrees would make a very hard starting if not impossible engine to start. I like to use a 1/2" - 3/4" nap paint roller for a chicken stick. Doesn't damage the prop and I even use one to start my 220 Mintor and my 250 Moki with no issues. I hope this helps...

p.s. be careful with every thing you read on the web
I believe this is one of those examples where communications is just not happening through the keyboard. In cases like this, if we were all together in person, we could show each other what we are describing and in short order, we'd all be on the same page. But online, somethings things just don't get communicated as we would like. In other words, we could all be right, just not getting the point across to the other side in terms that can be easily understood. Just guessing ......