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Old 04-15-2007 | 07:04 PM
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Default RE: Spinner problem

By the way, this engine is a very easy starter--I have never used an electric starter on mine in several seasons of use. I just choke with enough turns to bring the fuel to the carb, then one more turn. MAYBE two. You just need a bit of fuel into the engine. Then a couple of fast flicks to get the charge up into the cylinder. Then connect the glow driver and use a chicken stick (a piece of rubber hose from an auto store pushed over a dowel) to give a quick flip. I hardly ever need more than two flicks--usually one.

The only thing tricky about the FPs is that they flood easily--that's why only one or at most two turns choked once the fuel has reached the carb. If it's flooded then you'll probably want to pull out your starter.

Also, try an 11x4 or 11x5 prop on that engine--it will be slower and land easier, but should climb better when you need to get out of a jam.

Jim