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Old 12-28-2006 | 11:37 AM
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Default Diagnosing Engine Problems

I have an old, used FP .20 that will not peak out, but gets extremely hot and then starts to sag.

I am thinking that something is either bent, worn or warped. Do these symptoms suggest one or more of the following?

1. worn out bushing (the crankshaft has a lot of forward/backward play)
2. worn or bent connecting rod
3. warped liner or piston

It is not a fuel system problem; I'm running it on a test stand. The carb has been disassembled and cleaned and all engine bolts are tight.

Thanks, David